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The Wallace: The Compelling 13th Century Story of William Wallace (Coronet Books) (Paperback)

by Nigel Tranter (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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At the end of the 13th century Scotland was suffering under the tyranny of the English and Edward Plantagenet. The eponymous hero swears to rid his land of their cruelty and to restore Robert the Bruce to the throne.


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Long before Mel Gibson and Braveheart, there was Nigel Tranter, the prolific chronicler of Scots history. This tale of William Wallace, who fought heroically for his nation's independence in the late thirteenth century, is one in a series from Novelsound, a small Scottish publisher that specializes in Tranter's works. The chronology is occasionally hard to follow in this abridgment, though the liner notes include a helpful summary of the action. Michael Elder's handling of the voices and accents is confident and powerfully dramatic. The battle scenes, in particular, are gruesomely compelling, and the final scene of Wallace's trial and execution is a memorable performance. D.B. (c) AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 446 pages
  • Publisher: Hodder Headline (January 1, 1994)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0340212373
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340212370
  • Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #304,272 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Braveheart, January 17, 2006
Mr. Tranter is an amazing author. I enjoyed Braveheart for its tale although I know that it is very historically inaccurate. Not to mention I did not like the portrayal of Robert the Bruce. The Wallace is Braveheart times 100. This book follows William Wallace's life from his humble beginnings, to rebel and champion of the commons. It peaks with his knighting by Bruce and appointment as Guardian of all of Scotland. Then is follows to his Ambassadorship to France and finally with his betrayal and tragic execution by the English. Reading this book, I felt I was on the battlefields with Wallace. I felt his frustration and his pain. I shared his joy in victory. This is a wonderful read. This book also compliments Nigel Tranter's Bruce Trilogy and gives us a view of the same Scotland at the same time from another point of view. Get it and read it.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent!! Tranter makes history breathe!!, March 25, 2002
There are three historians that makes history come truly alive, Bruce Catton with this many books on the War Between of States in US, and two fictional writers Bernard Cornwell with this Sharpes and Starbucks, and Nigel Bruce with his passion for Scotland. He wrote many superior novels of dealing with Scottish History, but Wallace is my second favourite, the Bruce Trilogy being the first. When you read this book, you feel as though you opened a door and stepped through time. You see Wallace as a man, not just a legend. The tale is rousing covering the period when it was most active in the struggle against Longshanks.

Tranter's tales give you a time machine effect, to where you feel as if you were stepping back in time.

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most moving books I've read!, March 11, 2001
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This is a wonderful and moving book by the great Scottish historical novelist, Nigel Tranter. It was difficult to put this book down, even though I knew the basic story of William Wallace from the film, Braveheart. Tranter is a master at weaving together historical facts and speculations. His characters seem quite real, as do the battles, meetings, and intrigues that occur in the novel.

It is all very believable--much more so than some of the scenes in Braveheart.

I have read three books by Tranter since reading this book, and they are all good. I would also like to recommend Kenneth (about the great King of the Picts, Kenneth Mac Alpin), High Kings and Vikings (an sequel of sorts to Kenneth), and The Story of Scotland, by this author.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Other Books
This is historical fiction, but not really of the romantic sort. Tranter here has produced a fictionalised account of the life of William Wallace, and the political and military... Read more
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The best biography of Scotland's greatest hero thats cramed with all the details, characters and facts to satisfy any historian and yet it reads like a page-turning best selling... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A compelling ‚moving account, albeit in novel form.
If you were moved by 'Braveheart' - you'll enjoy this book.It is rumoured that some of Mel Gibson's scenes - on film, were elaborations of Tranter's imagery (Gibson probably... Read more
Published on July 6, 2005 by Hakuyu

5.0 out of 5 stars the wallace
the best book i have ever read. now reading for 4th time.tranter really makes old scotland come alive. others have said that it dosent follow history,who cares!! very easy to read
Published on October 18, 2004 by hamish d

3.0 out of 5 stars the devil's in the details
Maybe it's just the high expectations I had for this novel that led to my disappointment, or maybe it's because I just finished reading Sharon Kay Penman's excellent 13th century... Read more
Published on September 29, 2002 by ekoeler

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I have not actually read this yet, but will be getting it, but can I say , I have already read "William Wallace - Braveheart" by James Mackay, And can I say, This book... Read more
Published on October 26, 2001 by esskay

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Historical Fiction
The late Nigel Tranter was, without doubt, Scotland's master of historical fiction. "The Wallace" was a splendid example of his work. Read more
Published on July 8, 2001 by Sharon E. Cathcart

3.0 out of 5 stars If you liked Braveheart check this out!
I love the movie Braveheart. Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful and friendly country of Scotland. Read more
Published on February 4, 2000 by Shogun Len

5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive telling of the Wallace story in novel form.
For anyone who enjoyed the movie 'Braveheart', and who wants to read the story of the life of William Wallace in novel format, this is the book to read. Read more
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