The Ringed Castle
The Ringed Castle by Dorothy Dunnett, published by Amereon Limited in September 1976, is a reprint edition comprising 521 pages. This installment is the fifth in the “Lymond Chronicles,” presenting a narrative that transitions from Mary Tudor’s England to the tumultuous landscape of Ivan the Terrible’s Russia. The story follows Francis Crawford of Lymond as he navigates the complexities of Muscovy, where he serves as an advisor and general to the tsar, attempting to bring a semblance of civilization to a court steeped in medieval attitudes.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of historical fiction woven with elements of action and adventure. The plot unfolds as Lymond becomes embroiled in the political machinations of England, where various forces seek to manipulate his talents for their own ends. This edition invites readers to explore the intricate dynamics of power and influence during a pivotal time in history, all while delving into the character-driven narrative that Dunnett is known for.
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For the first time Dunnett’s “Lymond Chronicles” are available in the United States in quality paperback editions.
Fifth in the legendary “Lymond Chronicles,” The Ringed Castle leaps from Mary Tudor’s England to the barbaric Russia of Ivan the Terrible. Francis Crawford of Lymond moves to Muscovy, where he becomes advisor and general to the half-mad tsar. Yet even as Lymond tries to civilize a court that is still frozen in the attitudes of the Middle Ages, forces in England conspire to enlist this infinitely useful man in their own schemes.
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