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The Bastard by John Jakes
Praised by Patricia Cornwell as the best historical novelist of our time, John Jakes began his bestselling career with this vibrant novel of romance and adventure. The Bastard begins the enduring eight-volume saga of the Kent family, and their participation in the events that shaped a nation. The illegitimate son of the Duke of Kentland, Phillipe Charboneau has been denied his birthright by his father's family. So he flees to London where he learns the printing trade.but his journey truly begins when he falls under the influence of a man named Benjamin Franklin and travels to America. Changing his name to Philip Kent, he finds work at a printing house, and discovers the radical writings of Sam Adams. He has a new identity and a new passion. And soon he will become a soldier, fighting alongside the colonists in a turbulent adventure that would be called the Revolutionary War.
Jakes, John: - John Jakes (b. 1932), the author of more than a dozen novels, is regarded as one of today's most distinguished writers of historical fiction. His work includes the highly acclaimed Kent Family Chronicles series and the North and South Trilogy. Jakes's commitment to historical accuracy and evocative storytelling earned him the title of the godfather of historical novelists from the Los Angeles Times and led to a streak of sixteen consecutive New York Times bestsellers. Jakes has received several awards for his work and is a member of the Authors Guild and the PEN American Center. He and his wife, Rachel, live on the west coast of Florida.
| SKU | GOR002376684 |
| ISBN 13 | 9780451211033 |
| ISBN 10 | 0451211030 |
| Title | The Bastard |
| Author | John Jakes |
| Series | Kent Family Chronicles |
| Condition | Well Read |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Year published | 2004-01-06 |
| Number of pages | 544 |
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