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In the sensual, violent and jewelled world of the 15th century, the formidable Gavin - chancellor of Scotland - is the one man in whom the most dynamic of the Stewart kings dares put his trust. He is also, perhaps, the only man strong enough to save the kingdom from civil war.
First publish date: 1985
Authors: Reay Tannahill
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