Christian VII

Christian VII was the King of Denmark and Norway from 1766 until his death in 1808. He is depicted in Arnaldur Indridason's novel 'El rey y el relojero' as an unstable monarch with mental health issues, known for his violent temper and erratic behavior. His reign witnessed significant political turmoil, and he is historically significant for granting a degree of freedom to his subjects while struggling with personal demons.