Katharina

Katharina

Margaret Skea

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Sanderling Books
Año de edición:
2020
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9780993333156
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 Shortlisted for the BookBrunch Prize 2020While this book can be read as a standalone, it is also the powerful conclusion to her story, begun in Katharina: Deliverance.‘We are none of us perfect, and a streak of stubbornness is what is needed in dealing with a household such as yours, Kat… and with Martin.’Wittenberg 1525. The unexpected marriage of Martin Luther to Katharina von Bora has no fairytale ending.A sign of apostasy to their enemies, and a source of consternation to their friends, it sends shock waves throughout Europe.Yet, as they face persecution, poverty, war, plague and family tragedy, Katharina’s resilience and strength of character shines through.Praise for Katharina Fortitude'Behind even a great (sometimes, noisy, fractious) man, there is often a quietly strong, more amenable woman.Margaret Skea's deep research and empathy brings alive one of those. If you like your historical fiction truthful and complex, then this novel about Katharina Luther is for you.' Sarah Dunant'Beautifully written and meticulously researched - historical fiction at its best.' BooksPleaseFans of Sarah Dunant, Hilary Mantel, C J Sansom and Winston Graham will love this book.Authentic, immersive and packed with drama.Grab a copy today. 3

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