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Avenging Rhodri
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Download or read book Avenging Rhodri written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-01-30 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After charismatic king Rhodri Mawr of Gwynedd is killed in battle, people call his son Anarawd’s victory over the Mercians at the Battle of the Conwy, a few years later, "God's vengeance for Rhodri". Rhodri awakened nationalist sentiment among the small Welsh kingdoms at a time when Saxon Wessex threatened the Welsh with dominion. Meanwhile, Mercia never renounced her claim to lands across the Wye and the Vikings threatened the long coastline. Despite these outside threats, one descendant of Rhodri succeeded in uniting the whole of Wales under his kingship. Find out who in 'Avenging Rhodri', John Broughton’s meticulously researched historical adventure set in 9th century Wales.
Book Synopsis The Bretland Trilogy by : John Broughton
Download or read book The Bretland Trilogy written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-04-13 with total page 840 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All three books in John Broughton's 'The Bretland Trilogy', a series of historical fiction set in medieval Wales, now available in one volume! Rhodri's Furies: Alun, a fisherman's son, seeks to fulfill his grandfather's wish for him to become a great warrior and save their homeland of Gwynedd. After meeting Cadfael, whose name means Battle Prince, the two become inseparable friends and blood brothers, determined to prove the seer's prophecy true. Avenging Rhodri: Charismatic king Rhodri Mawr's death in battle leaves his son Anarawd to defend the small Welsh kingdoms against Saxon Wessex, Mercia, and the Vikings. Rhodri's legacy of nationalist sentiment and unity inspires one of his descendants to unite all of Wales under his kingship. Discover the gripping story of Rhodri and the triumph of a united Wales in the second book in the series. Hywel the Good: This captivating historical novel is based on the life of Hywel, the King of Dyfed. As he becomes a just and wise king, introducing reforms to the Welsh legal system and forging alliances with neighboring kingdoms, Hywel goes on a pilgrimage to Rome and gets caught up in political intrigue, leading to a rebellion upon his return. Despite the challenges, Hywel strives to be a virtuous and enlightened king, and remains beloved by his people, making him one of the most important figures in Welsh history.
Book Synopsis Brut y Tywysogion, or Chronicle of Princes: Peniarth MS 20 Version by : Thomas Jones
Download or read book Brut y Tywysogion, or Chronicle of Princes: Peniarth MS 20 Version written by Thomas Jones and published by University of Wales Press. This book was released on 2015-09-20 with total page 565 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the key original sources about the history of Wales in the Middle Ages. It lists and chronicles the history of Wales from the end of the seventh century to the year 1332. Of the original thirteenth century Latin text no copy has survived, but three independent Welsh translations are extant. In this volume Professor Thomas Jones gives an English translation of the Peniarth MS. 20 version, which is the most complete of the three. The detailed Notes show the many discrepancies in the three Welsh versions as compared with one another, and, used in conjunction with the text, they supply the combined substantial evidence of three Welsh versions and so of the lost Latin chronicles which underlies them.
Book Synopsis The Thames-Tigris Connection by : John Broughton
Download or read book The Thames-Tigris Connection written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-09-23 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Metropolitan Police Detectives, Vance and Shepherd, are investigating a case in Central London. Several murders of prominent Iranian exiles present Vance with a powder-keg primed to explode. He and Shepherd must avoid a conflict among London’s Muslim community. MI-6 involvement results in the arbitrary closure of three unsolved cases, however, the Intelligence Agency has a plan for Shepherd - to make use of her ability as a renowned crack shot. But can they discover and take down the fanatical anti-Zoroastrian movement in Tajikistan, Afghanistan and eastern Iran, and at the same time provide justice to the victims of the closed cases?
Book Synopsis Offa - Rex Merciorum by : John Broughton
Download or read book Offa - Rex Merciorum written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2024-01-23 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 8th century Mercia, King Offa lusts for power. His queen, Cynethryth, is an ambitious politician minting her own coins – a first for any woman in the male-dominated era. Amid societal changes, the two navigate power struggles, revolts and alliances in the tumultuous Anglo-Saxon Britain, leaving their mark during a pivotal time in English history. But where is Offa's place among the English kings, and who is the real force in his reign? There is little concrete evidence, but in OFFA - REX MERCIORUM, John Broughton breaks through the veil of time and provides an entertaining, well-researched historical tale.
Book Synopsis Saints And Sinners - Books 1-3 by : John Broughton
Download or read book Saints And Sinners - Books 1-3 written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2024-01-30 with total page 653 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first three books in John Broughton's series of historical novels, now available in one volume! Saints And Sinners: In seventh century England, tribes and kings vie for power. Based on true stories, the first book in the series shines a light on the murky Dark Ages, and recreates a Britain on the cusp of momentous change. Mixed Blessings: The English Midlands, 8th Century A.D. Having created much-needed stability within his domain, Æthelbald, King of Mierce now aspires to take the surrounding kingdoms to expand and fortify his own. As his reign grows and strengthens, so too does the authority of the church. Offa - Rex Merciorum: In 8th century Mercia, King Offa lusts for power. Amid societal changes, he has to navigate power struggles, revolts and alliances in the tumultuous Anglo-Saxon Britain. But who is the real force in his reign?There is little concrete evidence, but in OFFA - REX MERCIORUM, John Broughton breaks through the veil of time and provides an entertaining, well-researched historical tale.
Book Synopsis The Wyvern's End by : John Broughton
Download or read book The Wyvern's End written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-09-06 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is AD 726 and King Ine of Wessex, tired of rebellion and internal strife, makes a pilgrimage to Rome. In an announcement, he decides to leave his kingdom to someone younger and thus, the door open to contending rival factions. Among the young men with a strong claim to the throne is Aethelheard, Caedwalla's son: a brave warrior and brilliant strategist. To secure the throne he has to overcome other aethelings encouraged by the wayward nun, Wynflaed, engaged in a personal campaign of revenge with Aethelheard’s mother Cynethryth, Abbess of Wimborne. The third novel in John Broughton's 'Wyrd Of The Wolf' series, The Wyvern's End is an epic tale of faith, ambition, and treachery, where the fates of kingdoms hinge not only on battles, but on the unseen maneuvers of those who walk the shadowy halls of power.
Book Synopsis London's Psycho Cyclist by : John Broughton
Download or read book London's Psycho Cyclist written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-12-13 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fortunately, husband-and-wife psychopaths are few and far between. But after a spate of cyclist killings, Vance and Shepherd are called in to investigate an apparently irreprehensible architect and his wife. When the architect is elected to a high political position, Vance’s suspicions arise. After an ingenious drone device is used to detonate hidden unexploded World War 2 bombs in the area, the duo is certain that the couple have something to do with the crime. Damian Devenish, the architect, is determined to punish society. Can Vance and Shepherd prevent him from achieving his ultimate, spectacular vendetta?
Download or read book Hywel the Good written by John Broughton and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-04-12 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hywel, the King of Dyfed, falls in love with Elen, the beautiful young daughter of the deceased King of Dyfed. Their betrothal makes political sense, as it unites the two kingdoms, but their love for each other is genuine. Hywel becomes a just and wise king, introducing reforms to the Welsh legal system and forging alliances with neighboring kingdoms. After going on a pilgrimage to Rome to get his law code approved by the Pope, Hywel gets caught up in political intrigue and seduced by a powerful Roman noblewoman. Back in Wales, he has to deal with a rebellion by the eldest son of the deceased King of Brycheiniog. Despite these challenges, Hywel strives to be a virtuous and enlightened king, and remains beloved by his people. Based on the life of a true historical figure, John Broughton's 'Hywel The Good' is the story of one of the most important characters in Welsh history, remembered for his reforms to the Welsh legal system, and his efforts to unite the kingdoms of South Wales.
Book Synopsis Annals and Antiquities of the Counties and County Families of Wales by : Thomas Nicholas
Download or read book Annals and Antiquities of the Counties and County Families of Wales written by Thomas Nicholas and published by London : Longmans, Green, Reader. This book was released on 1872 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Annals and Antiquities of the Counties and County Families of Wales, Containing a Record of All Ranks of the Gentry, Their Lineage, Alliances, Appointments, Armorial Ensigns, and Residences ... by : Thomas Nicholas
Download or read book Annals and Antiquities of the Counties and County Families of Wales, Containing a Record of All Ranks of the Gentry, Their Lineage, Alliances, Appointments, Armorial Ensigns, and Residences ... written by Thomas Nicholas and published by . This book was released on 1872 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Annals and Antiquities of the Counties and County Families of Wales by : Thomas Nicholas
Download or read book Annals and Antiquities of the Counties and County Families of Wales written by Thomas Nicholas and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-03-22 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1872. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.
Book Synopsis History of Wales by : Bernard Bolingbroke Woodward
Download or read book History of Wales written by Bernard Bolingbroke Woodward and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The History of Wales by : B. B. Woodward
Download or read book The History of Wales written by B. B. Woodward and published by . This book was released on 1853 with total page 784 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis “The” History of Wales, from the Earliest Times, to Its Final Incorporation with Kingdom of England by : Bernard Bolingbroke Woodward
Download or read book “The” History of Wales, from the Earliest Times, to Its Final Incorporation with Kingdom of England written by Bernard Bolingbroke Woodward and published by . This book was released on 1852 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Dictionary of National Biography by :
Download or read book Dictionary of National Biography written by and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Dictionary of National Biography by : Sir Leslie Stephen
Download or read book Dictionary of National Biography written by Sir Leslie Stephen and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 1470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
