How did Maurice Druon decide to portray the complex political machinations of medieval France?
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The King Without a Kingdom

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How did Maurice Druon decide to portray the complex political machinations of medieval France?
Did anyone else feel the characters' motivations were so layered that it was hard to tell who was truly trustworthy?
Are there any particular themes or messages about power that Druon emphasizes through this story?