The speaker discusses David Mitchell's book 'Unruly' and examines the battle between Harold Godwinson and William, highlighting the impact of an 11th-century arrow that may have caused Harold's death. They speculate on the appeal of such a gruesome death and reflect on its lasting impact on the understanding of history.
This week on the Penguin Podcast we're recapping the year with a selection of the brilliant guests we've welcomed onto the show. We hear from Jane Fallon, Chris van Tulleken, Julian Barnes, David Mitchell and more. We thank you for tuning in, and we'll see you in 2024. Happy holidays.
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