Bernard Cornwell
Born: 02-22-1944
Bernard Cornwell is a renowned British author celebrated for his historical novels, particularly the Sharpe series set during the Napoleonic Wars. With a knack for vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Cornwell has captivated readers worldwide. He has also penned the acclaimed Saxon Stories, inspiring the popular TV series "The Last Kingdom." Cornwell's works explore themes of heroism and history, solidifying his place as a master of historical fiction.
Book summaries for books written by Bernard Cornwell
Quotes
If you want to keep a secret, do not tell it to a Frenchman.
Destiny is everything. Destiny is God's will, and God's will is law.
It is always easier to blame someone else.
There is no shame in losing, but there is in running away.
Sometimes it is the quiet voice at the end of the day that says, 'I will try again tomorrow.'
The past is a foreign country. They do things differently there.
It is a mistake to think that men are always motivated by greed and selfishness.
War makes monsters of us all.
We do not choose love. It claims each man as it will.
A man cannot serve God and gold.
The fire of youth is fickle; it flickers and dies at the first gust of a harsh wind.
The world is a dark place, but even in darkness, there is light.