Synopses & Reviews
In
The Winter King and
Enemy of God Bernard Cornwell demonstrated his astonishing ability to make the oft-told legend of King Arthur fresh and new for our time. Now, in this riveting final volume of The Warlord Chronicles, Cornwell tells the unforgettable tale of Arthur's final struggles against the Saxons and his last attempts to triumph over a ruined marriage and ravaged dreams.
This is the tale not only of a broken love remade, but also of forces both earthly and unearthly that threaten everything Arthur stands for. Peopled by princesses and bards, by warriors and magicians, Excalibur is the story of love, war, loyalty, and betrayal-the work of a magnificent storyteller at the height of his powers.
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"The action is gripping and skillfully paced, cadenced by passages in which the characters reveal themselves in conversation and thought, convincingly evoking the spirit of the time." Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
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"Splendid, white-hot storytelling." Kirkus Reviews
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"[A] compelling finale....Cornwell's attention to historical detail, his penchant for lively storytelling, and his vivid characters make this a good choice for all collections." Library Journal
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"Medieval times burst to life in Cornwell's canny retelling of the King Arthur myth." People
Synopsis
A story of love, war, loyalty, and betrayal in Cornwell's riveting final volume of his Warlord Chronicles.
Synopsis
In
The Winter King and
Enemy of God Bernard Cornwell demonstrated his astonishing ability to make the oft-told legend of King Arthur fresh and new for our time. Now, in this riveting final volume of the Warlord Chronicles, Cornwell tells the unforgettable tale of Arthur's final struggles against the Saxons and his last attempts to triumph over a ruined marriage and ravaged dreams.
This is the tale not only of a broken love remade, but also of forces both earthly and unearthly that threaten everything Arthur stands for. Peopled by princesses and bards, by warriors and magicians, Excalibur is the story of love, war, loyalty, and betrayal the work of a magnificent storyteller at the height of his powers.
About the Author
Bernard Cornwell, who was born in Britain, is also the author of numerous international bestsellers, including the Sharpe series. He lives with his wife in Cape Cod.