The Archers Tale, Bernard Cornwell
The Archers Tale, Bernard Cornwell
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The Archer's Tale

Author: Bernard Cornwell

Narrator: Tim Pigott-Smith

Abridged: 6 hr 3 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Harper

Published: 01/25/2005

Synopsis

From New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, the first book in the Grail Series—the spellbinding tale of a young man, a fearless archer, who sets out wanting to avenge his family's honor and winds up on a quest for the Holy Grail.A brutal raid on the quiet coastal English village of Hookton in 1342 leaves but one survivor: a young archer named Thomas. On this terrible dawn, his purpose becomes clear—to recover a stolen sacred relic and pursue to the ends of the earth the murderous black-clad knight bearing a blue-and-yellow standard, a journey that leads him to the courageous rescue of a beautiful French woman, and sets him on his ultimate quest: the search for the Holy Grail.

About Bernard Cornwell

Bernard Cornwell is an internationally acclaimed historical fiction author celebrated for bringing the past to life with gripping battles, vivid landscapes, and unforgettable heroes. Best known for The Last Kingdom series-which inspired the hit Netflix adaptation-Cornwell has earned a global readership through his unmatched ability to blend meticulous research with page-turning storytelling.

Across more than sixty novels, including the beloved Sharpe series, The Warlord Chronicles, and numerous standalone works, Cornwell transports readers to pivotal eras of history, from medieval Britain to the Napoleonic Wars. His books are praised for their authenticity, rich character detail, and immersive depictions of strategy, honor, and survival on the battlefield.

Born in London and later making his home in the United States, Cornwell's lifelong passion for history and storytelling drives his work, earning him recognition as one of the most influential historical novelists of our time. Whether following an English archer, a Saxon warrior, or a reluctant soldier thrust into war, audiences trust Bernard Cornwell to deliver sweeping adventures that resonate long after the final chapter.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Justo on April 05, 2023

La verdad es que se lleva 4.5 Estrellas. Pero en comparación con la serie de sajones y vikingos, con mi querido Uhtred, creo que está un escalón por debajo. Estamos en 1346, los primeros compases de la guerra de los 100 años. Los 3 hijos de Felipe IV "El hermoso" han muerto sin descendencia (recordad......more

Goodreads review by Bradley on December 25, 2021

I find myself in a funny and odd situation as I read this. I’m a big fan of epic fantasy, and yet, for some reason, I have generally ignored regular historical fiction. WHY? I DON’T KNOW. For let me put this very clearly: all the action, characterization, siege warfare, interpersonal conflicts, lords,......more

Goodreads review by Książkowe on October 25, 2023

Niby historical fiction, a więcej tu przyjemności z czytania, niż w niejednej książce zorientowanej na akcję. Naprawdę dobra zabawa. Recenzja: [URL not allowed]......more

Goodreads review by Mike (the Paladin) on November 09, 2015

I haven't gotten deeply into any series by Mr. Cornwell since I went through a lot of the Sharpe books placed in/during the Napoleonic wars. These take place as the 100 Years War is getting under way. First I'll say this....Bernard Cornwell can really lay out the bloody, cruel, reality of the time. T......more

Goodreads review by Stjepan on April 10, 2017

The year is 1342, the English, led by Eduard to third devastate France. Their most powerful weapons are archers with long bows who are called Harlequin. Among them is Thomas of Hookton, the French troops killed his father who is the priest in village Hookton and ravaged the village. The French have......more

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