Books like 1356 by Bernard Cornwell
Bernard Cornwell’s latest adventure places the reader in the midst of the Hundred Years’ War, focusing on the famed Battle of Poitiers. With Thomas of Hookton—“The rascally” Le Batard—and his rag‑tag band of mercenaries, the story follows their quest to unearth the lost sword of Saint Peter, pro‑vided by the Earl of Northhampton. The narrative captures the tension of England’s narrow victory over a larger French force and the dramatic capture of King John II of France.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: Bernard Cornwell
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