Cornwell, Bernard
The Winter King: A Novel of Arthur (Warlord Chronicles)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781405955348
- author:
- Cornwell, Bernard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Winter King, a novel by Bernard Cornwell, is an epic retelling of the Arthurian legend. In the aftermath of Uther's death, a power vacuum emerges as various lesser kings vie for the crown. Meanwhile, a host of Saxon armies gathers, preparing for invasion. Amidst this turmoil, a young warrior named Arthur emerges, destined to unite a divided land.
As Arthur navigates the treacherous world of medieval politics, he must also contend with the forces of darkness, including the fearsome warlord and the beautiful but doomed Guinevere. With the guidance of Merlin, Arthur must confront his destiny and lead his people against the Saxon threat.
This gripping epic combines myth, history, and thrilling battlefield action, offering a compelling narrative that will appeal to fans of Bernard Cornwell's previous works and enthusiasts of the Arthurian legend.