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Edward Rutherfurd is a British author known for his meticulously researched historical novels that chronicle the histories of great cities and regions, including 'Sarum', 'London', and 'New York'.
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Paris
A sweeping historical novel that traces the story of Paris from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century through the intertwined lives of several families. Rutherfurd blends fictional characters with real historical figures, capturing the city’s evolution through war, revolution, art, and culture.
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Medieval Paris: Foundations of Faith and Society
In the depths of the Middle Ages, Paris was expanding around the Île de la Cité and the majestic silhouette of Notre-Dame rising from the mists of the Seine. I sought to show how faith and hierarchy molded the city. Cathedrals were not merely holy structures—they were symbols of ambition and earthly...
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Renaissance and Royal Power: Awakening of Art and Mind
With the Renaissance, Paris begins to dream differently. The fragrance of ink and oil paint fills the air as printing presses hum and artists flock to royal patronage. I followed my characters into this tide of rediscovery and conflict. For the merchant Gascon family, new learning opens doors; for a...
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About Edward Rutherfurd
Edward Rutherfurd is a British author known for his meticulously researched historical novels that chronicle the histories of great cities and regions, including 'Sarum', 'London', and 'New York'.
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