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1356

Pages
432
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

In 1356, the skilled mercenary Thomas of Hookton is tasked with a dangerous mission: find the legendary sword of Saint Peter. He and his men must navigate the brutal realities of the Hundred Years' War, culminating in the historic Battle of Poitiers. This adventure plunges readers into a pivotal moment where a smaller English force faces overwhelming odds against the French.

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Bernard Cornwell

Bernard Cornwell (born February 23, 1944) is an English author of historical novels, known for his meticulous research and engaging storytelling. Born in London, England, to a Canadian airman father and a mother in the Women's Auxiliary Air Force, he was adopted by a family in Essex belonging to the Peculiar People sect. Cornwell attended London University and worked as a teacher before joining the BBC, where he spent a decade, eventually becoming Head of Current Affairs in Northern Ireland....

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Thomas of HooktonProtagonist
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