Cornwell, Bernard
1356
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007331864
- author:
- Cornwell, Bernard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 x 3.6 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Adventure Stories & Action, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Thomas of Hookton, a veteran of many battles, is tasked with a perilous mission. A sword of mythical power, La Malice, is said to be hidden near Poitiers, guaranteeing victory to its owner. With the French army gathering, Thomas must navigate treacherous landscapes and rival pursuers to uncover the treasure. As the English and French armies face off, Thomas's quest becomes entangled in the fate of La Malice and the outcome of the battle. La Malice's existence has sparked a desperate hunt, with French, Scots, and English alike seeking to claim the sword for their own purposes. Thomas must confront his enemies and allies alike, as the stakes grow higher with each passing moment. The stage is set for an extraordinary confrontation between the heavily outnumbered English and the large French army. The battle that follows will be a clash of arms, wits, and wills, with Thomas of Hookton at its centre.