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“Pride makes a man, it drives him, it is the shield wall around his reputation... Men die, they said, but reputation does not die.”

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Bernard Cornwell
Bernard Cornwell

Bernard Cornwell, born on February 23, 1944, is a renowned British historical novelist. His works, set in medieval England, are particularly known for their vivid depiction of warfare and knightly life, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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