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In a Dark Wood Wandering: A Novel of the Middle Ages
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About the BookIn this novel, set in the 15th century during the Hundred Years War between France and England, Hella Haasse brilliantly captures all the drama of one of the great ages of history. Reviews". . . a spellbinding tale of human tragedy and triumph. Four-star historical fiction."Booklist |
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The Scarlet City: A Novel of 16th Century Italy
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About the BookAlthough he bears one of the most notorious names in all of Italy, Giovanni Borgia doesn't know his parentage. Hella Haasse uses the Italian Wars as a backdrop for Giovanni's agonizing quest for his identity. Reviews". . . melds personal melodrama with historical sweep."Kirkus "A brilliant picture of an uncertain age."Library Journal |
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Threshold of Fire: A Novel of Fifth-Century Rome
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About the BookIt is 414 A.D. and the once-powerful Roman Empire is in its death throes-split between East and West, menaced by barbarian hordes almost literally at its gates. Reviews"Rich in psychological and historical detail . . ."Kirkus |
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