Historical Fiction Looms LargeIn his latest novel, Agincourt, Bernard Cornwell takes us back to the Hundred Years War era and the Battle of Agincourt. The Battle took place on Friday, October 25, 1415 in France, between rivals France and England. Outmanned English forces soundly defeated French forces; English use of the powerful longbow also transformed medieval warfare.
Bernard Cornwell is consistently regarded as one of the greatest historical fiction writers. Agincourt proves as much; the novel has all the elements of must-read historical fiction -- fast moving plot, unforgettable characters, and accurate period details.
Click here for a selection of other historical fiction novels by Bernard Cornwell.
Bernard Cornwell is consistently regarded as one of the greatest historical fiction writers. Agincourt proves as much; the novel has all the elements of must-read historical fiction -- fast moving plot, unforgettable characters, and accurate period details.
Click here for a selection of other historical fiction novels by Bernard Cornwell.
