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Fortune Made His Sword, by Martha Rofheart
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Henry V was a man whose charm and military genius - and concern for his subjects - made him one of the most popular kings in English history. Set in the lusty and tumultuous fifteenth century, this superb novel traces the brilliant career of the all-conquering victor of Agincourt. Among the last of the great medieval rulers and the first of the ardent nation builders, Henry V is seen from several perspectives: his queen; his beautiful Welsh mistress, Morgan; his court jester, the fool; a comrade-in-arms; and his own point of view as both boy and man. They illuminate the many sides of Henry V's personality - the devil-may-care prince portrayed by Shakespeare, the bold hero of Agincourt, the husband of Katharine of Valois, and the warrior-peacemaker who welded England, Wales, and France into a single kingdom. Martha Rofheart goes behind the textbook facade of history and tells the story of the real Henry, a man of fierce pride and strong passions, to discover how ‘Fortune Made His Sword’. She describes how Henry won and lost the beautiful Morgan ab Owen and how he later found brief happiness in the arms of his young French Queen. ‘Fortune Made His Sword’ is a thrilling historical tale of adventure, endeavour and intrigue. It was originally published as ‘Cry “God for Harry”’. Praise for Martha Rofheart: ‘A tale of drinking, wenching, hunting and fighting’ Evening News ‘Cause for celebration!’ Los Angeles Times Martha Rofheart grew up in the Portland neighbourhood of Louisville, surrounded by a large Upper Middle Class extended family, which was spread out along Portland Avenue and nearby streets. Growing up she had several poems published in Louisville newspapers and magazines, and at age 10, she won a national one-act play contest. After moving to New York City, Martha became a model and actress. Martha made her Broadway debut in 1942, and was a well-known protégé. Soon after her son was born in 1957, she chose to be a full-time mother and, eventually, a writer. After Fortune Made His Sword, Martha Rofheart wrote five novels and many of her novels were translated into German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian and Serbian. Endeavour Press is the UK's leading independent digital publisher. For more information on our titles please sign up to our newsletter at www.endeavourpress.com. Each week you will receive updates on free and discounted ebooks. Follow us on Twitter: @EndeavourPress and on Facebook via http://on.fb.me/1HweQV7. We are always interested in hearing from our readers. Endeavour Press believes that the future is now.
Fortune Made His Sword, by Martha Rofheart- Amazon Sales Rank: #68309 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-05-10
- Released on: 2015-05-10
- Format: Kindle eBook
Review "A book one hates to put down...the people live." -Granville Hicks, New York Times Book Review"Martha Rofheart has used her historical knowledge and her creative imagination to give us a splendid full-scale portrait of a mighty man." -Gilbert Highet, The Book of the Month Club News, Feb. 1971"One of the year's best historical novels." -Boston Herald Traveler"Marvelous feeling and flavor...remarkable...a marvelous story." -Providence Journal"Dazzling...a sort of literary son et lumiere". -Mollie Panter-Downes
From the Inside Flap Fortune made his sword is spellbinding reading, and the picture Martha Rofheart paints of the hero-king, Henry V, is totally hypnotic in it's appeal. The book brings Henry magically to life in a multifaceted novel filled with turmoil, violence and romance, and it marks the debut of a major new talent in the arena of historical fiction. This is an entertaining and skillful recreation of the life and times of a man whose charm and military genius -- and concern for his subjects -- made him one of the most popular kings in English history. The story brings to life not only the man, but one of the most fantastic periods in the fifteenth century. Among the last of the great medieval rulers and the first of the ardent nation builders, Henry V is seen from several perspectives: his queen; his beautiful Welsh mistress, Morgan; his court jester, the fool; a comrade-in-arms; and his own point of view as both boy and man. As actors in this immense drama, they illuminate the many sides of Henry V's personality -- the devil-may-care prince portrayed by Shakespeare, the bold hero of Agincourt, the husband of Katherine of Valois, and the warrior-peacemaker who welded England, Wales and France into a single kingdom. FORTUNE MADE HIS SWORD will prove a compelling reading experience for everyone who enjoys a good story told with felicity and a fine regard for historical accuracy.
About the Author Writing is a second career for Martha Rofheart. She spent her earlier years in the theater, playing with such stars as the Lunts and Helen hays. Familiarity with Shakespearean roles, in particular the Chronicle plays, led her to the writing of this novel. Miss Rofheart was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but much of her background is Welsh. The legend and history of Wales which appear in this novel were learned first at her grandfather's knee. This is her first novel.
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24 of 26 people found the following review helpful. A fine and entertaining historical novel By strega2 I first picked this book up at a library sale, and was rewarded with one of the most exciting and well-written historical novels I've yet read. Rofheart tells the story of the young Henry V, and makes the story of his brief but remarkable life a tale that pulls you in from the first page. And there is an added treat for the legions of fans of Anya Setion's "Katherine": her character is given a major place in this novel, vivid, warm and very real, from her marriage to John of Gaunt to her death. A first-rate biographical novel, and a must for fans of English historical fiction.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful. Definite "Must Read" for History Fans By Michael J. Lyons Just when I feared I had read "all" the truly good historical fiction writers, I find a new treasure trove: Martha RofheartIn my opinion, her style rivals that of Llewellen, Penman, etc certainly for quality and re-reading. It may seem a bit drier, but I think that has more to do with changes in the genre since the '70s. (when it was written)As for this book, I loved it. Rofheart's depiction of Henry V and his life and loves brought him to life for me, as Sharon Kay Penman did for Richard III, Edward IV, and others.It is told from 5 different points of view at different times in Henry's life: Himself at boyhood, His first love Morgan ap Owen of his teens, Up to his last days.Wonderful story, to be savored rather than gobbled :)
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Henry V Brought To Life By Miranda Good I recently read Ian Mortimer's excellent biography "The Fears of Henry IV" and became fascinated by the story of that "usurper king," so it made sense to continue on with the story of his son, Henry V, champion of Agincourt. Rofheart's offering, although fiction rather than straight biography, richly fills the bill. Told by separate narrators - Henry himself, his Welsh mistress, his father's fool, a knight-at-arms and his young French queen - the story unfolds semi-chronologically and succeeds in describing Henry and his medieval world from differing viewpoints. The writing here is literate and unforced; the dialogue rings true; the historical background is essentially accurate; and the author richly brings these people to life. For lovers of historical fiction, there aren't many better than this one.
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