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The Greatest Knight

The Story of William Marshal

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The Greatest Knight

By: Elizabeth Chadwick
Narrated by: Robert Powell
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An exciting medieval historical novel, based on fact, about William Marshal, probably the greatest knight of the Middle Ages.©2005 Elizabeth Chadwick; (P)2006 Time Warner AudioBooks Fiction Historical Fiction Middle Ages
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"The best writer of medieval fiction currently around." ( Historical Novel Review)
"Elizabeth Chadwick knows exactly how to write convincing and compelling historical fiction." (Marina Oliver)
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Great narration. The prose can be flowery and a little prolix in places but overall it's a great listen.

A compelling tale of heroism, integrity and loyalty

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Can be read a bit like a news report at times, but the story itself is very well written and very interesting.

Can be read a bit like a news report at times

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A great retell, but with so much to tell, it hurried along far too fast, unless you are already aware of the facts it would be difficult to reconstruct the line.
Narrator excellent.

A bit rushed

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This book is just a good, solid read if you like fictionalised biography. The author has done her homework and produced a vivid biography of one of the most fascinating figures of the high Middle Ages. William Marshall rose to prominence through his knightly prowess, which was unparallelled: it was said that he was never defeated. Even more remarkably, he won, and retained, universal respect through his integrity, courage and judgment. Even those who opposed his political position seem to have held him in high personal esteem. Because of these qualities of character, he held high office under no less than four kings, including serving as protector during the minority of Henry III. If there is a criticism to be made, it is that Marshall's character is a bit flat (can anyone really be this good, all the time?) but this book gives a vivid and enjoyable picture of an extraordinary man who played a unique role in the history of England during the early Angevin empire. Robert Powell's voice is very pleasant, and he reads with good pace and emphasis. Altogether an enjoyable listen.

A good read

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wonderful book with a lot of accurate research. superbly read by Robert Powell.It kept me riveted from the very first page . Would highly recommend to history lovers.

Evocative of the Period

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