Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel
The novel is a historical fiction set in the 1500s, during the reign of King Henry VIII. The story is told from the perspective of Thomas Cromwell, a man of humble beginnings who rises to become the King's chief minister. The narrative explores the political and religious upheavals of the time, including King Henry's break with the Catholic Church and his controversial marriage to Anne Boleyn. The protagonist's cunning, ambition, and survival instincts are central to the plot as he navigates the treacherous waters of the Tudor court.
The 653rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 650-700
- Words
- 200,000
- Original Language
- English
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- 1st on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)
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- 27th on The 50 best books of the past 100 years (The Times)
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- 25 Books to Read Before you Die: 21st Century (Powell's Books)
- The 75 Best Books of the Past 75 Years (Parade Magazine)
- Books of the Decade (The Guardian)
- National Book Critics Circle Award - Fiction (National Book Critics Circle)
- Man Booker Prize (Man Booker Prize)
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- As if You Don't Have Enough to Read, Fiction Edition (New York Times)