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A magisterial new novel that takes us behind the scenes during one of the most formative periods in English history: the reign of Henry VIII. Wolf Hall is told mainly through the eyes of Thomas Cromwell, a self-made man who rose from a blacksmith's son in Putney to be the most powerful man in England after the king. The cast also includes Cardinal Wolsey, Thomas More, Anne Boleyn and Henry's other wives - and, of course, King Henry himself. It was a time when a half-made society was making itself with great passion and suffering and courage; a time when those involved in the art of the possible were servants to masters only interested in glorious gestures; a time when the very idea of social progress, and of a better world, was fresh, alien and threatening. It was a time of men who weren't like us, but who were creating us
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I have just finished this book and am suffering from withdrawal symptoms! It is quite simply a masterpiece, one of those rare historical novels that not only instructs but also inspires and entertains with intelligence, sympathy and humour. Hilary Mantel has not only succeeded in bringing to life and making relevant in a contemporary context, someone who lived nearly 500 years ago but also humanising one of Britain's most controversial historical personalities. Growing up a Catholic, I always regarded Thomas Cromwell as an evil reformer who was instrumental in the execution of the innocent, principled Thomas More. However, reading this book, I defy anyone not to fall under his spell. Every sentence is supremely crafted, there is nothing to jar a superlative reading experience. Many reviewers critise the length of the novel, however, for me, this is only positive - I just didn't want it to end and cannot wait for its sequel, despite my knowing what will come next (poor, poor Thomas, Henry VIII really was a fiend). I would not only highly recommend the book to fans of this historical period, but also to anyone with no interest or prior knowledge of it, I really cannot see how anyone would be sorry they picked it up. I can now add Hilary Mantel to my list of inspiring authors, I was not familiar with her previous work and am keen to get to know her writing better.
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The 500 anniversary of Henry VIII's birth has triggered a real flood of books on the Tudors and the whole period. This period of English history had always been my favourite. So I just love it.
However Thomas Cromwell, Henry's chief ministers and the architect of Reform, had always been a bit elusive. So I am very happy that Hilary Mantel has made him the subject of her monumental novel.
Hilary Mantel has immersed herself into the period and indeed managed to re-created this very time when society changed so much. It is convincing and engaging, but not in an easy manner. She does not tell the story in a very simplistic way. Instead she chooses to show the different layers and the complications and I feel thereby gets very close to the challenges of the time. That does not make necessarily an easy reading, but a rewarding one as one gains a better understanding of the time. Cromwell and his personality became for the first time alive for me. Historic novels are a great tool to show a period or personality as the author sees him or her without being too closely tied to historic evidence. I believe Hilary Mantel has done that to perfection. She has given us her take on Cromwell and the Tudor period.
Wolf Hall, the seat of the Seymours, is for me a symbol for the future, the protestant future as here Queen Jane, mother of the first protestant King Edward VI, lived. And btw Cromwell's son and heir Gregory married Elisabeth Seymour, sister to Queen Jane and the Lord Protector The Duke of Somerset.
All in all, this is an enjoyable but long read (more than 650 pages).
However Thomas Cromwell, Henry's chief ministers and the architect of Reform, had always been a bit elusive. So I am very happy that Hilary Mantel has made him the subject of her monumental novel.
Hilary Mantel has immersed herself into the period and indeed managed to re-created this very time when society changed so much. It is convincing and engaging, but not in an easy manner. She does not tell the story in a very simplistic way. Instead she chooses to show the different layers and the complications and I feel thereby gets very close to the challenges of the time. That does not make necessarily an easy reading, but a rewarding one as one gains a better understanding of the time. Cromwell and his personality became for the first time alive for me. Historic novels are a great tool to show a period or personality as the author sees him or her without being too closely tied to historic evidence. I believe Hilary Mantel has done that to perfection. She has given us her take on Cromwell and the Tudor period.
Wolf Hall, the seat of the Seymours, is for me a symbol for the future, the protestant future as here Queen Jane, mother of the first protestant King Edward VI, lived. And btw Cromwell's son and heir Gregory married Elisabeth Seymour, sister to Queen Jane and the Lord Protector The Duke of Somerset.
All in all, this is an enjoyable but long read (more than 650 pages).
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An Intriguing Slant on Historical Fiction That's Much Improved by Simon Slater's Reading
2. Mai 2010
Format:Audio CD
"The king spoke, saying to the wise men of Babylon, 'Whoever reads this writing, and tells me its interpretation, shall be clothed with purple and have a chain of gold around his neck; and he shall be the third ruler in the kingdom.'" -- Daniel 5:7 (NKJV)
Despite the elaborate praise that has accompanied Wolf Hall, I found it hard to get excited about the prospect of reading once again about Henry the Eighth. Within a few pages, I was totally disarmed by Hilary Mantel's unique story-telling style. She moves away from what historians focus on (the big events and the most powerful people) to emphasize character as portrayed in the little events. As a result, Henry the Eighth is at the edge of this book, rather than in the center.
Wolf Hall is primarily the story of Thomas Cromwell and his pursuit of helpful solutions for all those he comes into contact with, provided in the context of utter loyalty . . . first to Cardinal Wolsey and later to Henry the Eighth, Anne Boleyn, and those who depend on Cromwell.
The book is so wonderfully subtle that I found myself rereading many sections, smiling at the various ways that story threads are developed (usually in several ways, overtly and subtly, at the same time). As a result, the story is fresh, new, and very interesting both for content and style.
After reading about half the book, I had an epiphany . . . This book was also designed to be improved by being read aloud, as are all of the best novels. I managed to find a copy of Simon Slater's reading of the unabridged version and was wonderfully rewarded by listening to what I had just read. It was four times better as a recording than in my silent reading.
I recommend you forget reading the book and just listen to it instead. You'll be amazed.
Was I convinced by her portrayal of Thomas Cromwell? I don't know the historical record well enough to have an opinion. I certainly ended up with a revised view of Sir Thomas More (having been a fan of "A Man for All Seasons" as a lad) after thinking about him in the context of the Reformation.
Listen and be filled with joy.
Despite the elaborate praise that has accompanied Wolf Hall, I found it hard to get excited about the prospect of reading once again about Henry the Eighth. Within a few pages, I was totally disarmed by Hilary Mantel's unique story-telling style. She moves away from what historians focus on (the big events and the most powerful people) to emphasize character as portrayed in the little events. As a result, Henry the Eighth is at the edge of this book, rather than in the center.
Wolf Hall is primarily the story of Thomas Cromwell and his pursuit of helpful solutions for all those he comes into contact with, provided in the context of utter loyalty . . . first to Cardinal Wolsey and later to Henry the Eighth, Anne Boleyn, and those who depend on Cromwell.
The book is so wonderfully subtle that I found myself rereading many sections, smiling at the various ways that story threads are developed (usually in several ways, overtly and subtly, at the same time). As a result, the story is fresh, new, and very interesting both for content and style.
After reading about half the book, I had an epiphany . . . This book was also designed to be improved by being read aloud, as are all of the best novels. I managed to find a copy of Simon Slater's reading of the unabridged version and was wonderfully rewarded by listening to what I had just read. It was four times better as a recording than in my silent reading.
I recommend you forget reading the book and just listen to it instead. You'll be amazed.
Was I convinced by her portrayal of Thomas Cromwell? I don't know the historical record well enough to have an opinion. I certainly ended up with a revised view of Sir Thomas More (having been a fan of "A Man for All Seasons" as a lad) after thinking about him in the context of the Reformation.
Listen and be filled with joy.
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Vor 3 Monaten von Off-label veröffentlicht
Start elsewhere, but don't miss this
As an entry into 16th century England, this book might not be the best of starts. It is long, intelligently written and if you read it drowsily before going to bed you will find... Lesen Sie weiter...
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Wer sich mit der Geschichte der englischen Reformation auseinandergesetzt hat bzw. das tun will, findet hier eine toll geschrieben Neuinterpretation insbesondere der Figur des... Lesen Sie weiter...
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This book is difficult to describe. It captures in its lucid style the ephemeral associations of thought every moment produces, and yet because it follows intelligent people with... Lesen Sie weiter...
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Vor 19 Monaten von Hans-christian Eberl veröffentlicht
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Vor 19 Monaten von Michaela Afanawitsch veröffentlicht
A solid, although not stellar, historical novel
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Turgid prose, weak charactersation, tedious plotting.
This won a literary prize. Possibly readers more intelligent than I might be able to read it. I gave up after a dozen pages, and donated it to the local Library.
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