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Marchman

ebook / ISBN-13: 9781444757743

Price: £5.99

ON SALE: 13th September 2012

Genre: Fiction & Related Items / Adventure / War & Combat Fiction

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During the 16th century, the Borderland between Scotland and England was something of a world apart, with its own strange laws, beliefs and customs.

Young John Maxwell, Warden of the West March, did his best to control a motley crew of dalesmen and mosstroopers from Liddesdale, Eskdale and Dryfesdale among others, and keep some sort of balance with the unruly West March English.

As the turbulent reign of King Henry VIII gave way to the rule of Elizabeth Tudor, John Maxwell – a loyal supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots – inevitably found himself drawn into the wider sphere of the kingdom’s affairs.

How he fared with Mary’s suitors, courtiers and enemies, and his courtship of the beautiful Agnes Herries, forms the fascinating subject of Nigel Tranter’s captivating novel.

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One of Scotland's most prolific and respected writers
<i>The Times</i>
An accomplished writer of compelling and unforgettable historical novels
<i>She</i> magazine
Tranter's popularity lies in his knack of making historical events immediate and exciting
<i>Historical Novels Review</i>
He treats history with respect
<i>Financial Times</i>
He has an amazingly broad grip of Scottish history
<i>Daily Telegraph</i>
An informative, entertaining read
<i>Daily Examiner</i>
Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes
<i>Scotland on Sunday</i>