and brings to life a whole remote age, which we accept, miracles and all.' Evening Standard He is a true artist, creating and composing from a disciplined imagination. Before Alfred Duggan wrote this novel Edward the Confessor was probably the dimmest of English kings. But his greatest contribution was his unswerving belief that England needed a Norman rule to unify the country. He is remembered for the splendid foundation of Westminster. Cunning by Alfred Duggan (77 results) You searched for: Author: alfred duggan, Title: cunning. St Edward is unwrapped from the shroud of ignorance that has enveloped him, and is presented as a credible human being: a saint, but one whose unworldliness gave him extraordinary political foresight. The Cunning of the Dove (Methvens Classic Historical Novels) by Alfred Duggan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at .uk. He thinks in English, speaks in French and writes in Latin, but Duggan does our share of the work and the fog is dissipated. The story is told by the royal chamberlain. FOR SALE Conscience of the King is an historical novel based on the. In The Cunning of the Dove, this masterly author chooses Edward the Confessor as his hero. CONSCIENCE OF THE King by Alfred Duggan (Hardcover, 1st, Post-Roman Britain) - 46.99. Alfred Duggan's Saxon novels have a special cachet.
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