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Dunstan

One Man. Seven Kings. England's Bloody Throne.
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Dunstan by Conn Iggulden is an intriguing historical fiction novel that delves into the life of Dunstan, an ambitious and influential figure in 10th-century England. The story captures his rise from humble origins to becoming an advisor to kings, grappling with religious and political challenges of medieval society. Through Dunstan's cunning and intellect, the narrative explores themes of power, faith, and legacy amidst a backdrop of turbulent historical events.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the power struggles and political machinations of medieval England. It delves into the life of an influential monk whose cunning and ambition leave a lasting mark on the kingdom. If you appreciate richly detailed historical settings and character-driven narratives, this story offers a compelling exploration of ambition and resilience.

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A spellbinding story of ambition, anarchy, and absolute power set against the brutal world of 10th century England.

'I have broken my vows. I have murdered innocents. I have trod down the soil over their dead face with my bare heels, and only the moon as witness. I have loved a woman and she ruined me. I have loved a king and yet I ruined him.'

The year is 937. England is a nation divided, ruled by minor kings and Viking lords. Each vies for land and power. The Wessex king Athelstan, grandson of Alfred the Great, is readying himself to throw a spear into the north.

Behind him stands Dunstan, the man who will control the destiny of the next seven kings of England, and the fate of an entire nation.

Welcome to the original game for the English throne.

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Dunstan by Conn Iggulden is praised for its engaging storytelling and vivid character portrayal, with a particular focus on bringing complexity to the historical figure of Dunstan. Reviewers highlight the novel's exciting pace, intricate plotting, and the meticulous setting of the era, capturing the intrigue of England's history. It's renowned for its ability to transform what might seem a mundane historical period into captivating and legendary narrative.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405921510

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 480

About the Author

CONN IGGULDEN is one of the most successful authors of historical fiction writing today, with bestselling series on Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan and the Wars of the Roses, as well as two stand-alone novels- Dunstan, set in the red-blooded world of tenth-century England and The Falcon of Sparta, in which Iggulden returns to the Ancient World. Both instalments of his Athenian series, The Gates of Athens and Protector, and his recent Golden Age series, Lion and Empire, are Sunday Times bestsellers. Tyrant follows on from the Sunday Times bestselling Nero in Iggulden's most recent series

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