Markedets billigste bøger
Levering: 1 - 2 hverdage

The King's Men

Bag om The King's Men

The King's Men is a historical fiction novel written by John Palmer. The story takes place in 16th century England during the reign of King Henry VIII. The novel follows the lives of two men, Thomas Cromwell and Thomas More, both of whom were prominent figures in the King's court. The two men have vastly different backgrounds and beliefs, with Cromwell being a commoner and More being a devout Catholic. Despite their differences, they both serve the King and are tasked with navigating the treacherous political landscape of Tudor England. As the story unfolds, the tensions between Cromwell and More escalate, leading to a clash of ideologies and ultimately, a power struggle. Along the way, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters that includes nobles, commoners, and members of the clergy. The novel delves into the complex relationships between these characters and the impact of their actions on the course of history. Palmer's writing is rich in detail and captures the essence of Tudor England with vivid descriptions of the setting and costumes. The King's Men is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction, political intrigue, and the lives of influential figures in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Vis mere
  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163784785
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 320
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x17 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 431 g.
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 23. januar 2025

Beskrivelse af The King's Men

The King's Men is a historical fiction novel written by John Palmer. The story takes place in 16th century England during the reign of King Henry VIII. The novel follows the lives of two men, Thomas Cromwell and Thomas More, both of whom were prominent figures in the King's court. The two men have vastly different backgrounds and beliefs, with Cromwell being a commoner and More being a devout Catholic. Despite their differences, they both serve the King and are tasked with navigating the treacherous political landscape of Tudor England. As the story unfolds, the tensions between Cromwell and More escalate, leading to a clash of ideologies and ultimately, a power struggle. Along the way, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters that includes nobles, commoners, and members of the clergy. The novel delves into the complex relationships between these characters and the impact of their actions on the course of history. Palmer's writing is rich in detail and captures the essence of Tudor England with vivid descriptions of the setting and costumes. The King's Men is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction, political intrigue, and the lives of influential figures in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Brugerbedømmelser af The King's Men



Gør som tusindvis af andre bogelskere

Tilmeld dig nyhedsbrevet og få gode tilbud og inspiration til din næste læsning.