The Ultimate Guide to Dorothy Dunnett's the Game of Kings An Illustrated, Encyclopedic Resource of Translations and Historical, Literary, Mythological, Musical, and Poetic References, in the Order in Which They Appear in the Book |
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| Author:
| Ramsey, Laura |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4782-6033-2 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2013 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $19.95 |
Book Description:
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Enter undaunted the world of Dorothy Dunnett's first chef-d'oevre, The GAME of KINGS. Exhaustively researched, this compilation follows the book page-by-page, providing useful translations, illustrations, lost definitions, and historical facts to faithfully shed light on the story.Designed to elucidate the mid-16th century for the 21st century reader, the Guide enriches one's experience of The Lymond Chronicles, providing deeper understanding and an appreciation for the discernment,...
More DescriptionEnter undaunted the world of Dorothy Dunnett's first chef-d'oevre, The GAME of KINGS. Exhaustively researched, this compilation follows the book page-by-page, providing useful translations, illustrations, lost definitions, and historical facts to faithfully shed light on the story.Designed to elucidate the mid-16th century for the 21st century reader, the Guide enriches one's experience of The Lymond Chronicles, providing deeper understanding and an appreciation for the discernment, subtlety, and scope of Dorothy Dunnett's extraordinary writing.