Fools and Mortals Author:Bernard Cornwell A dramatic new departure for international bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, Fools and Mortals takes us into the heart of the Elizabethan era, long one of his favourite periods of British history. — Fools and Mortals follows the young Richard Shakespeare, an actor struggling to make his way in a company dominated by his estra... more »nged older brother, William. As the growth of theatre blooms, their rivalry -- and that of the playhouses, playwrights and actors vying for acclaim and glory -- propels a high-stakes story of conflict and betrayal.
Showcasing his renowned storyteller's skill, Bernard Cornwell has created an Elizabethan world incredibly rich in its portrayal: you walk the London streets, stand in the palaces and are on stage in the playhouses, as he weaves a remarkable story in which performances, rivalries and ambition combine to form a tangled web of intrigue.« less