The Death of Richard the Lion Heart and the Rise of the London Zoo

This chapter covers the events surrounding Richard the Lion Heart's death, including his negotiations with the French king for a truce, his injury from a crossbow arrow, and his eventual death. It then transitions to discussing John's nicknames, his association with the Tower of London and the Royal Menagerie, the closure of the Menagerie, and the transfer of animals to the London Zoo. The chapter concludes with a mention of King John's reign and the popularity of the Arthurian legend during that time.