Unruly is a paperback history book by British comedian and author David Mitchell. It offers a humorous and insightful look at England's monarchs from King Arthur to Elizabeth I, blending entertainment with historical facts suitable for general readers. Perfect for fans of witty nonfiction or anyone curious about British history.
A funny book about a serious subject, Unruly is for anyone who has ever wondered how we got here - and who is to blame.
Think you know your kings and queens? Think again. Taking us right back to King Arthur (spoiler: he didn't exist), Unruly tells the founding story of post-Roman England up to the reign of Elizabeth I (spoiler: she dies). It's a tale of narcissists, inadequate self-control, excessive beheadings, middle-management insurrection, uncivil wars, and at least one total Cnut.
David Mitchell is a BAFTA Award-winning actor, writer and comedian who has starred in many of the UK's best-loved TV shows, including Peep Show, That Mitchell and Webb Look and Upstart Crow. He is a team captain on Would I Lie to You? (BBC One), the host of The Unbelievable Truth on Radio 4 and one of the Observer's most popular columnists. Unruly: A History of England's Kings and Queens is his first history book.
