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Ambitious merchant's rise to power in medieval France.

"Quicksilver" could be a good read for history enthusiasts who are interested in the life and times of Jacques Coeur, a 15th century French merchant who rose to power through his ambition and business savvy, becoming one of the richest and most powerful men in France. The book vividly re-enacts Jacques's life as he becomes a trusted confidante and champion of the Anjou royal family, while also delving into the personal relationships that shaped his life. With meticulous research and powerful storytelling, "Quicksilver" is a gripping historical novel that shines a light on a lesser-known figure in French history.

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Quicksilver : A Novel

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ISBN: 9781472123077
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $12.96
Publisher: Constable
Date of Publication: 2018-07-24
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, War, Mythology
Goodreads rating: 3.42
(rated by 31 readers)

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From HRH Princess Michael of Kent, bestselling author of The Queen of Four Kingdoms, comes the eagerly-anticipated third volume in the Anjou trilogy.The final volume of the Anjou trilogy focuses on merchant Jacques Coeur, a man of humble beginnings but fiercely ambitious, who became one of the richest and most powerful men in fifteenth century France. HRH Princess Michael of Kent vividly re-enacts the life of Jacques Coeur as he becomes trusted confidante and champion of the Anjou royal family, particularly of his beloved patroness Yolande, Queen of the Four Kingdoms, and, of course, the beautiful and captivating Agnes Sorel who Jacques comes to know and understand as a friend.As Jacques's star shines brighter and brighter, his story runs parallel to that of Yolande and Agnes Sorel until the three interlink in devastating fashion and Jacques's ambition and generosity become his downfall.Meticulously researched and powerfully evoked, HRH Princess Michael of Kent unveils a seldom told story, enriched by her own insider's perspective of royal life.
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Ambitious merchant's rise to power in medieval France.

"Quicksilver" could be a good read for history enthusiasts who are interested in the life and times of Jacques Coeur, a 15th century French merchant who rose to power through his ambition and business savvy, becoming one of the richest and most powerful men in France. The book vividly re-enacts Jacques's life as he becomes a trusted confidante and champion of the Anjou royal family, while also delving into the personal relationships that shaped his life. With meticulous research and powerful storytelling, "Quicksilver" is a gripping historical novel that shines a light on a lesser-known figure in French history.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.