Brazenhead the Great

Brazenhead the Great

Brazenhead the Great

Maurice Hewlett

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
Materia
Ficción histórica
ISBN:
9781434426741
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Brazenhead the Great by Maurice Hewlett is a picaresque novel following the adventures of the bold and boastful Brazenhead, a wandering rogue in medieval Europe. With wit and humor, Hewlett presents a character whose escapades blur the line between heroic and absurd, exploring themes of chivalry, deception, and the human desire for fame. The novel offers a satirical yet affectionate portrayal of medieval life and the timeless allure of legendary exploits.

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