The Sunne in Splendour
by Sharon Kay Penman
The Sunne in Splendour by Sharon Kay Penman holds a highly rated rating of 4.40 out of 5, based on 15.4K reader ratings. First published in 1982. The book spans 936 pages.
About The Sunne in Splendour
A glorious novel of the controversial Richard III - a monarch betrayed in life by his allies and betrayed in death by history.In this beautifully rendered modern classic, Sharon Kay Penman redeems Richard III - vilified as the bitter, twisted, scheming hunchback who murdered his nephews, the princes in the Tower - from his maligned place in history with a dazzling combination of research and storytelling. Born into the treacherous courts of fifteenth-century England, in the midst of what history has called The War of the Roses, Richard was raised in the shadow of his charismatic brother, King Edward IV. Loyal to his friends and passionately in love with the one woman who was denied him, Richard emerges as a gifted man far more sinned against than sinning. This magnificent retelling of his life is filled with all of the sights and sounds of battle, the customs and lore of the fifteenth century, the rigors of court politics, and the passions and prejudices of royalty.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sharon Kay Penman |
| Published | 1982 |
| Pages | 936 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.40 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 15,364 |
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What genre is The Sunne in Splendour?
The Sunne in Splendour is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Sunne in Splendour worth reading?
Based on 15.4K reader ratings, The Sunne in Splendour has an average score of 4.40 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Sunne in Splendour?
The Sunne in Splendour has 936 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Sunne in Splendour?
The Sunne in Splendour was written by Sharon Kay Penman. It was first published in 1982.
What is the ISBN for The Sunne in Splendour?
The ISBN-13 for The Sunne in Splendour is 9780345363140.0.
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