Stormbird - Brossura

Iggulden, Conn

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0425275442 ISBN 13: 9780425275443

Casa editrice: Putnam Pub Group, 2015

Riassunto

The first book in #1 New York Times bestselling author Conn Iggulden’s brilliant new historical series about two families that plunged England into a devastating, decades-long civil war.

In 1437, the Lancaster king Henry VI ascends the throne of England after years of semi-peaceful regency. Named “The Lamb,” Henry is famed more for his gentle and pious nature than his father’s famous battlefield exploits; already, his dependence on his closest men has stirred whispers of weakness at court.
           
A secret truce negotiated with France to trade British territories for a royal bride—Margaret of Anjou—sparks revolts across English territory. The rival royal line, the House of York, sees the chaos brought on by Henry’s weakness and with it the opportunity to oust an ineffectual king.
 
As storm clouds gather over England, King Henry and his supporters find themselves besieged abroad and at home. Who or what can save the kingdom before it is too late?
 
“It’s been said that Game of Thrones is the Wars of the Roses written as fantasy: this is the real thing, more glorious [and] more passionate.”—M. C. Scott, author of Rome: The Emperor’s Spy

“Capturing the...violence and romance of medieval life, Iggulden makes real those grand characters who live in the collective memory.”—Kirkus Reviews
 
“Great pacing, fascinating people, and vibrant descriptions make this a must read!”—Historical Novel Review

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“It’s been said that Game of Thrones is the Wars of the Roses written as fantasy: this is the real thing, more glorious [and] more passionate.”—M. C. Scott, author of Rome: The Emperor’s Spy

“Capturing the...violence and romance of medieval life, Iggulden makes real those grand characters who live in the collective memory.”—Kirkus Reviews
 
“Great pacing, fascinating people, and vibrant descriptions make this a must read!”—Historical Novel Review

L'autore:

Conn Iggulden is one of the most successful authors of historical fiction writing today. He is the author of the Conqueror series, concerning the Mongol Khans, and the Emperor series, about Julius Caesar. Conn lives in Hertfordshire with his wife and children. 

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Putnam Pub Group
• Data di pubblicazione: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0425275442
• ISBN 13: 9780425275443
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 460