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In The Kingmaking Helen Hollick traces the formative months of Arthur, portraying him as a flesh‑and‑bone man whose ambition, courage and fallibility shape his destiny. The novel follows Arthur’s journey from a regional lord in Dumnonia to the unifier of Britain, detailing his political acumen, battlefield leadership, and a romance with Gwenhyfar. The story intertwines historical detail with the mythical elements of Arthurian legend, presenting a grounded yet fantastical portrait of the man who would become the Dark Ages’ enduring hero.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: Helen Hollick
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