The Greatest Knight
A gripping novel about William Marshal - one of England's forgotten heroes
$80.66
- Paperback
576 pages
- Release Date
30 August 2006
Summary
A penniless young knight with few prospects, William Marshal is plucked from obscurity when he saves the life of Henry II’s formidable queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine. In gratitude, she appoints him tutor to the heir to the throne. However, being a royal favourite brings its share of conflict and envy as well as fame and reward. William’s influence over the volatile, fickle Prince Henry and his young wife is resented by less favoured courtiers who set about engineering his downfall.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780751536607 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0751536601 |
| Author: | Elizabeth Chadwick |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Imprint: | Sphere |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 576 |
| Release Date: | 30 August 2006 |
| Weight: | 390g |
| Dimensions: | 135mm x 201mm x 38mm |
| Series: | William Marshal |
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‘The best writer of mediaeval fiction currently around’Historirical Novel Review’Elizabeth Chadwick knows exactly how to write convincing andcompelling historical fiction’ Marina Oliver
‘The best writer of mediaeval fiction currently around’ Historirical Novel Review ‘Elizabeth Chadwick knows exactly how to write convincing and compelling historical fiction’ Marina Oliver
About The Author
Elizabeth Chadwick
Elizabeth Chadwick lives near Nottingham with her husband, two sons and assorted animals including cats, dog and guinea pigs. She is the author of 15 historical novels, four of which have been shortlisted for awards.
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