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Thomas Penn's "Winter King: The Dawn of Tudor England" has garnered widespread acclaim, clinching THE HW FISHER BEST FIRST BIOGRAPHY PRIZE and earning accolades from numerous prestigious publications. This gripping narrative transports readers to the year 1501, when Henry VII, having secured the English throne through a combination of fortune, cunning, and merciless determination, faces lingering doubts about his legitimacy. The impending nuptials of his eldest son loom large, with the future of both the nation and the fledgling Tudor dynasty hanging in the balance.
Critics have lauded Penn's work as a masterful blend of historical insight and riveting storytelling. The Guardian likens it to "Wolf Hall rewritten by John le Carré", praising its rare ability to captivate and inform in equal measure. Penn's portrayal of the enigmatic Henry VII has been particularly celebrated, bringing to life one of England's most improbable yet tenacious monarchs with vivid detail and nuance.
This meticulously researched biography paints a rich tapestry of late medieval England, replete with political intrigue, personal ambition, and the ever-present spectre of dynastic uncertainty. Penn's prose skillfully navigates the complexities of the period, offering readers a window into a world at once familiar and utterly alien. With its blend of scholarly rigour and narrative flair, "Winter King" stands as an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the origins of Tudor England and the forces that shaped its most famous dynasty.
Book ISBN: | 9780141986609 |
Book Author: | Thomas Penn |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 29 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2019-07-04 |
Book Pagination: | 480 pages |
Book Weight: | 340g |
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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.’