About this book
Robert Barr's A Prince of Good Fellows brings sixteenth-century Scotland to vivid life through a series of captivating historical fiction tales centered on the young and daring King James V. Published in 1902, this adventure-filled narrative showcases the Scottish monarch as both a shrewd ruler and an intrepid wanderer, navigating the complex politics and dangers of his realm with wit and courage. Barr, a celebrated Scottish journalist and author, crafted these interconnected stories with remarkable humor and charm, blending authentic historical detail with entertaining storytelling that captures the spirit of the Renaissance era. From royal interventions to secret assignations, each chapter reveals new facets of James V's character and his remarkable ability to move between the formal duties of kingship and the spontaneous adventures of a spirited young man. The portrait that emerges is of a monarch beloved by his people—a prince truly worthy of the title "Good Fellow." Perfect for listeners who relish historical fiction with wit and adventure, or those fascinated by Scottish history and Renaissance-era politics, this audiobook offers an engaging escape into a bygone age where kings were as likely to seek common ground with their subjects as they were to command them.
