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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Sourcebooks, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1402219024
ISBN-13
9781402219023
eBay Product ID (ePID)
71076004
Product Key Features
Book Title
King's Fool
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2009
Topic
General, Literary, Historical
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Fiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
13.5 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.2 in
Additional Product Features
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Trade
Reviews
"I'm giving this book 5 stars because it has everything I like in a historical fiction novel: solid characters (not too good or too bad), a good plot (how can you go wrong with Henry VIII and his wives?), great wording and diction (not overly antiquated or too modern) and historical accuracy." -- Historical-Fiction.com, "All in all I really liked this novel - Barnes is an excellent writer and manages to fit a lot of life into 300 pages. " -- Passages to the Past, "The King's Fool is a highly enjoyable book and definitely something to check out for fans of Tudor-era historical fiction. I hope to read more of Barnes' work." -- Devourer of Books, "Margaret Campbell Barnes envelopes the reader into the pages of her book. It is a compelling read and captures the period and Will Somers well. This book is hard to put down! Highly recommended!" -- Historical Tapestry, "The greatest strength of the novel is Barnes' portrayal of Henry - he is an utterly believable character: young, handsome and spoiled; middle-aged, lusty and suspicious; older, diseased and worn-out." -- A Hoyden's Look at Literature, "Thanks to Ms.Barnes, we see the King's fool, not as an accessory, a mere clown, but as a loving, non-judgemental human being, who has his share of misery and misfortune." -- Reading Extravaganza, "Overall, I think this is a nice work of historical fiction that definitely deserves the re-release Sourcebooks is giving it. " -- Medieval Bookworm, "There is so much packed in this small book, that you will have a royal ride in and around the lavish court life... The author does an absolutely fantastic job is sketching out each and every person in the book. " -- Give Reading a Chance Blog, "Illuminating and flawlessly written, THE KING'S FOOL is historical fiction at its best. " - Romance Reader at Heart, "Illuminating and flawlessly written, THE KING'S FOOL is historical fiction at its best. " -- Romance Reader at Heart, "Margaret Campbell Barnes provides readers with a different view of King Henry VIII and she does a solid job at backing up her interpretation of this fascinating historical era... KING'S FOOL is brilliant!" -- CK2's Kwips & Kritiques, "King's Fool is a wonderful book. It has everything a historical fiction should have. " -- The Girls on Books, "... I really loved the character of Will. He loves his childhood love faithfully, he has strong character, and he often thinks of others." -- My Friend Amy, "[T]he King's fool himself is a fascinating character and well worth the read here." -- A Reader's Respite, "I have read dozens of books on Tudor England, both fiction and non-fiction. I rank The King's Fool among the very best of them." -- Kittling, "[Margaret Campbell Barnes] is very talented at writing dialogue and at condensing large amounts of history into a short book. I would definitely like to read more of the novels that she wrote about the court of Henry VIII. " -- We Be Reading
Synopsis
When country lad Will Somers lands himself the plum position of jester to the mercurial King Henry VIII, he has no idea that he's just been handed a front-row seat to history. With a seat near the throne and an ear to the floor, Somers witnesses firsthand the dizzying power struggles and sly scheming that marked the reign of the fiery Tudor king. Somers watches the rise and fall of some of the most enigmatic women in history, including the tragic Katherine of Aragon, the doomed Anne Boleyn, and Mary Tudor, who confided in the jester as she made the best of the fragile life of a princess whom everyone wished was a prince. Based on the life of the real Will Somers, King's Fool is infused with Margaret Campbell Barnes' trademark rich detail and historical accuracy. This intimate peek into the royal chambers gives readers a unique view on one of the most tumultuous periods in English history., A moving and lifelike portrait... a thoroughly delightful novel. - New York Times Country-lad-turned-jester Will Somers tells the behind-the-scenes story of King Henry VIII and his six wives. Told by the man who saw the triumphs and tragedies, weddings, divorces, and dramatic pageantry that was the Tudor court. When country lad Will Somers lands himself the plum position of jester to the mercurial King Henry VIII, he has no idea that he's just been handed a front-row seat to history. At court Will witnesses firsthand the dizzying power struggles and sly scheming that marked the reign of the fiery Tudor king. A confidante of all six wives of Henry VIII including the tragic Katherine of Aragon, the doomed Anne Boleyn, and the charming princess Mary Tudor, Will's tale casts a new light on England's most infamous king. This intimate peek into the royal chambers gives readers a unique perspective on the capricious King Henry, told from the point of view of a sympathetic friend whose loyalty never wavered. A unique tale of tumultuous Tudor England, fans of Philippa Gregory, Anya Seton and Sharon Kay Penman will delight in this new look at a well-known dynasty from world-renowned historical novelist Margaret Campbell Barnes. Other books about the six wives of Henry VIII and the Tudors by Margaret Campbell Barnes: Brief Gaudy Hour - a refreshing novel of Anne Boleyn, cast in a new light My Lady of Cleves - a fresh story of Anne of Cleves, the bride who survived Henry VIII The Tudor Rose - the richly drawn story of Elizabeth of York who united a kingdom and birthed a dynasty What readers are saying about The King's Fool: a remarkable insider tale of the Tudor court I loved this REFRESHING perspective What a great way to look at King Henry VIII. Henry was a very difficult King to feel compassion for. Yet, after reading this book, one is reminded that things aren't always as the world views it. But THIS book revealed sides to all characters in depths I've never seen. a deftly written, well-researched, absorbing story If you liked The Other Boleyn Girl, here's another prospective of Henry 8th court. Absolutely loved this book Must read for any TUDOR fan. What reviewers are saying about The King's Fool : A moving and lifelike portrait... a thoroughly delightful novel. - New York Times Immensely entertaining and absorbing. - Chicago Tribune A dramatic story, full of color and good characters, great people made more human. - Book of the Month Club ...Watch the king's cruel vanities through the eyes of a friend whose love and sympathy never waver. - News Chronicle What everyone is saying about Margaret Campbell Barnes: Margaret Campbell Barnes has added brilliant hues to a picture which never lacked in color. - Vancouver (BC) Daily Province Immensely entertaining and absorbing. - Chicago Tribune Turns A BRILLIANT LIGHT on one of the lustiest and one of the most dramatic periods of English history. - Philadelphia Inquirer, "A moving and lifelike portrait... a thoroughly delightful novel." - New York Times Country-lad-turned-jester Will Somers tells the behind-the-scenes story of King Henry VIII and his six wives. Told by the man who saw the triumphs and tragedies, weddings, divorces, and dramatic pageantry that was the Tudor court. When country lad Will Somers lands himself the plum position of jester to the mercurial King Henry VIII, he has no idea that he's just been handed a front-row seat to history. At court Will witnesses firsthand the dizzying power struggles and sly scheming that marked the reign of the fiery Tudor king. A confidante of all six wives of Henry VIII including the tragic Katherine of Aragon, the doomed Anne Boleyn, and the charming princess Mary Tudor, Will's tale casts a new light on England's most infamous king. This intimate peek into the royal chambers gives readers a unique perspective on the capricious King Henry, told from the point of view of a sympathetic friend whose loyalty never wavered. A unique tale of tumultuous Tudor England, fans of Philippa Gregory, Anya Seton and Sharon Kay Penman will delight in this new look at a well-known dynasty from world-renowned historical novelist Margaret Campbell Barnes. Other books about the six wives of Henry VIII and the Tudors by Margaret Campbell Barnes: Brief Gaudy Hour - a refreshing novel of Anne Boleyn, cast in a new light My Lady of Cleves - a fresh story of Anne of Cleves, the bride who survived Henry VIII The Tudor Rose - the richly drawn story of Elizabeth of York who united a kingdom and birthed a dynasty What readers are saying about The King's Fool: "a remarkable insider tale of the Tudor court" "I loved this REFRESHING perspective" "What a great way to look at King Henry VIII. Henry was a very difficult King to feel compassion for. Yet, after reading this book, one is reminded that things aren't always as the world views it." "But THIS book revealed sides to all characters in depths I've never seen." "a deftly written, well-researched, absorbing story" "If you liked The Other Boleyn Girl, here's another prospective of Henry 8th court." "Absolutely loved this book Must read for any TUDOR fan." What reviewers are saying about The King's Fool : "A moving and lifelike portrait... a thoroughly delightful novel." - New York Times "Immensely entertaining and absorbing." - Chicago Tribune "A dramatic story, full of color and good characters, great people made more human." - Book of the Month Club ..".Watch the king's cruel vanities through the eyes of a friend whose love and sympathy never waver." - News Chronicle What everyone is saying about Margaret Campbell Barnes: "Margaret Campbell Barnes has added brilliant hues to a picture which never lacked in color." - Vancouver (BC) Daily Province "Immensely entertaining and absorbing." - Chicago Tribune "Turns A BRILLIANT LIGHT on one of the lustiest and one of the most dramatic periods of English history." - Philadelphia Inquirer, "A moving and lifelike portrait... a thoroughly delightful novel." - New York Times Country-lad-turned-jester Will Somers tells the behind-the-scenes story of King Henry VIII and his six wives. Told by the man who saw the triumphs and tragedies, weddings, divorces, and dramatic pageantry that was the Tudor court. When country lad Will Somers lands himself the plum position of jester to the mercurial King Henry VIII, he has no idea that he's just been handed a front-row seat to history. At court Will witnesses firsthand the dizzying power struggles and sly scheming that marked the reign of the fiery Tudor king. A confidante of all six wives of Henry VIII including the tragic Katherine of Aragon, the doomed Anne Boleyn, and the charming princess Mary Tudor, Will's tale casts a new light on England's most infamous king. This intimate peek into the royal chambers gives readers a unique perspective on the capricious King Henry, told from the point of view of a sympathetic friend whose loyalty never wavered. A unique tale of tumultuous Tudor England, fans of Philippa Gregory, Anya Seton and Sharon Kay Penman will delight in this new look at a well-known dynasty from world-renowned historical novelist Margaret Campbell Barnes. Other books about the six wives of Henry VIII and the Tudors by Margaret Campbell Barnes: Brief Gaudy Hour - a refreshing novel of Anne Boleyn, cast in a new light My Lady of Cleves - a fresh story of Anne of Cleves, the bride who survived Henry VIII The Tudor Rose - the richly drawn story of Elizabeth of York who united a kingdom and birthed a dynasty What readers are saying about The King's Fool: "a remarkable insider tale of the Tudor court" "I loved this REFRESHING perspective" "What a great way to look at King Henry VIII. Henry was a very difficult King to feel compassion for. Yet, after reading this book, one is reminded that things aren't always as the world views it." "But THIS book revealed sides to all characters in depths I've never seen." "a deftly written, well-researched, absorbing story" "If you liked The Other Boleyn Girl, here's another prospective of Henry 8th court." "Absolutely loved this book~ Must read for any TUDOR fan." What reviewers are saying about The King's Fool: "A moving and lifelike portrait... a thoroughly delightful novel." - New York Times "Immensely entertaining and absorbing." - Chicago Tribune "A dramatic story, full of color and good characters, great people made more human." - Book of the Month Club "...Watch the king's cruel vanities through the eyes of a friend whose love and sympathy never waver." - News Chronicle What everyone is saying about Margaret Campbell Barnes: "Margaret Campbell Barnes has added brilliant hues to a picture which never lacked in color." - Vancouver (BC) Daily Province "Immensely entertaining and absorbing." - Chicago Tribune "Turns A BRILLIANT LIGHT on one of the lustiest and one of the most dramatic periods of English history." - Philadelphia Inquirer, First published in 1959 by world-renowned historical novelist Margaret Campbell Barnes, King's Fool is a remarkable insider tale of the intrigue, ruthlessness, and majesty of the Tudor court.
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- r***1 (1)- Bewertung vom Käufer.Letzte 6 MonateBestätigter KaufArrived before expected arrival date. It was a little expensive but arrived in great condition and as seller described. Packaging was safe for the glass egg cup and my mom will be thrilled to have her egg cup replaced cause I broke hers. So yeah. Thank you for the item. Wish it had been cheaper but glad to have it, for my mom.Vintage Egg Cup 4" Dominion Glass Co. Ribbed Clear Glass (Nr. 374207821705)
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