 It is probable that the "Lais" were written in the late 12th century; they are dedicated to a "noble king", usually assumed to be Henry II of England or possibly his eldest son, Henry the Young King.Another of her works, the "Fables", is dedicated to a "Count William", who may have been either William of Mandeville or William Marshall.However, it has also been suggested that Count William may refer to William Longsword.