Richard, later known as the Lionheart, was born a prince in a time of violence He would face that challenge by becoming a great warrior and a brilliant strategist a true figure of his time Author Tom Streissguth brings history to life as he reveals the person behind the stories Through an thorough exploration of Richard s upbringing, his military accomplishments, and hRichard, later known as the Lionheart, was born a prince in a time of violence He would face that challenge by becoming a great warrior and a brilliant strategist a true figure of his time Author Tom Streissguth brings history to life as he reveals the person behind the stories Through an thorough exploration of Richard s upbringing, his military accomplishments, and his rivalries, Streissguth justifies Richard the Lionheart s status as a legendary ruler.