The Desperate Remedy by Martin Stephen
For hundreds of years historians have argued not only the truth of the Gunpowder Plot, but whether an obscure resident of Stratford-upon-Avon could have written the plays accredited to William Shakespeare. In these two highly acclaimed historical crime thrillers, Martin Stephen combines a top academic's grasp of history with a storyteller's ability to create huge suspense - all this set against a vividly realised background of an England poised between the medieval and modern age. Stephen's books are not just top-class crime adventures, but provide an enthralling vision of history. Nominated for a Golden Dagger award, this is thriller writing at its best.
'Intrigue, high-life and low-life are brilliantly interwoven.. the historical details are utterly convincing' Lawrence James 'Stephen has a good feel for the momentary decisions that can help to shape the course of history - as well, of course, as the cowardice, vainglory and greed' The Times 'Dastardly political and religious manoeuvrings ... all add up to a terrific book, the first of a long series, we must hope.' The Spectator 'Henry Gresham is a hero for all seasons' Val McDermid
Martin Stephen is High Master of St. Paul's School, Barnes, and is the author of 15 titles on English literature and military history. He is also an experienced broadcaster and journalist, writing regularly for various broadsheets, the Daily Mail and the London Eve. Standard.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780751541625 |
| ISBN 10 | 0751541621 |
| Title | The Desperate Remedy |
| Author | Martin Stephen |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Year published | 2009-09-10 |
| Number of pages | 688 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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