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Marc Morris' gripping account of the Norman Conquest, one of the most pivotal and far-reaching events in British history, has been hailed as 'suitably epic' by historian Dan Snow. This bestselling narrative delves deep into the extraordinary tale of an ambitious French duke who dared to challenge the mightiest kingdom in Christendom, culminating in one of the bloodiest and most consequential battles ever fought.
Morris' meticulous research takes readers beyond the well-trodden path, exploring not only the tumultuous events leading up to the fateful Battle of Hastings in 1066 but also the chaotic aftermath. The author paints a vivid picture of English rebellions, Viking incursions, the rapid construction of fortresses across the land, and the decimation of England's ancient ruling class.
This compelling work illustrates how the Norman Conquest reshaped every facet of English society, from language and law to architecture and the very essence of daily life. Praised for its 'vim, vigour and narrative urgency' by Dan Jones of the Sunday Times, and lauded as 'wonderful' by Terry Jones, this book offers a fresh, modern perspective on the Normans in England, filling a crucial gap in our understanding of this transformative period.
Book ISBN: | 9780099537441 |
Book Author: | Marc Morris |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Windmill Books |
Book Publisher: | Cornerstone |
Book Dimensions: | 197 x 127 x 36 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2013-07-03 |
Book Pagination: | 464 pages |
Book Weight: | 428g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’