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Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Historical Novels - Medieval Times



It seems as if I have always been interested in medieval history, not sure why but ever since reading the classic Katherine by Anya Seton at age 14, I became hooked on books about the England, France, Wales and  Scotland. The court intrigue, the personalities, the role of the Roman Catholic church and the power they wielded, the building of cathedrals. I like history in general but these times for some reason speak to me. So here is a list of books that I find you can dive into and lose yourself.

Wales:
Here be Dragons by Sharon Kay Penman - about Llwellyn, the Prince of Wales and his marriage to Joanna - illegitimate daughter of John, King of England

England:
The Autobiography of Henry the VIII by Margaret George
Sunne in Splendor by Sharon Kay Penman - Richard III of England

Scotland:
Mary Queen of Scotland and the Isles by Margaret George

Cathedrals:
Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett - building a cathedral in 12th century England


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