April 16th 2018
Fools and Mortals. Bernard Cornwell
Fools and Mortals. Bernard Cornwell. 2017. ISBN 9780007504114. Cornwell, a master of the historical fiction turns his hand to William Shakespeare. Told by his brother Richard we are led through the day to day life of playwright and player during the days of the fixed playhouses in the Elizabethan era. Mixed in is the power of the Puritans and town Councils ( Who both wanted to close the playhouses) . It was only due to the support of the monarchy and aristocracy that the theatres and playwrights grew to fame. The author does a very well in having the reader experience the daily grind of life at this time in a crowded, dirty London, replete with crime, jealousies and feuds. As ever he is meticulous in his research so that you can expect the framework of his story to be rooted in fact. His historical notes are speak to that framework. Great read and holds your attention.
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