While the nameCharles Spencerhas become notable for his relation to the latePrincess Diana(his sister), he's also known for his successful career as an author.
The 9th Earl Spencer has written a variety of titles, ranging from a genealogy of his family (The Spencers: a Personal History of an EnglishFamily) to historical fiction that explores lesser-known pieces of British history (Killers of the King: The Men Who Dared to Execute Charles I).
Two of his works—Blenheim, Battle for EuropeandKillers of the King—were bothSunday Timesbestsellers, while the former was nominated for History Book of the Year at the National Book Awards.
Now, his latest title,The White Ship: Conquest, Anarchy and the Wrecking of Henry I’s Dream, has achieved a new milestone. In an Instagram post, the royal revealed that his historical novel had hit the #1 spot for bestsellers in the U.K. on Amazon.
