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Daughter of Time by Joséphine Tey (1995, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherTouchstone
ISBN-100684803860
ISBN-139780684803869
eBay Product ID (ePID)13942
Product Key Features
Book TitleDaughter of Time
Number of Pages208 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1995
TopicMystery & Detective / Historical, Literary, Mystery & Detective / General, Mystery & Detective / Traditional
GenreFiction
AuthorJoséphine Tey
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight5.9 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN87-035549
Dewey Edition21
TitleLeadingThe
ReviewsBoston Sunday GlobeThe unalloyed pleasure of watching a really cultivated mind in action! Buy and cherish!, Boston Sunday Globe The unalloyed pleasure of watching a really cultivated mind in action! Buy and cherish!
Dewey Decimal823/.912
SynopsisNamed One of the Best Mysteries of All Time by The New York Times and Time Acclaimed author Josephine Tey recreates one of history's most famous--and vicious--crimes in her classic bestselling novel, a must-read for connoisseurs of fiction, now with a new introduction by Robert Barnard. Inspector Alan Grant of Scotland Yard, recuperating from a broken leg, becomes fascinated with a contemporary portrait of Richard III that bears no resemblance to the Wicked Uncle of history. Could such a sensitive, noble face actually belong to one of the world's most heinous villains--a venomous hunchback who may have killed his brother's children to make his crown secure? Or could Richard have been the victim, turned into a monster by the usurpers of England's throne? Grant determines to find out once and for all, with the help of the British Museum and an American scholar, what kind of man Richard Plantagenet really was and who killed the Little Princes in the Tower. Suspenseful, beautifully written, and thought-provoking, The Daughter of Time is a masterpiece of historical mystery fiction--a must-read for fans of Agatha Christie, Sherlock Holmes, and classic detective novels., Josephine Tey re-creates one of history's most famous -- and vicious -- crimes in her classic bestselling novel, a must read for connoisseurs of fiction, now with a new introduction by Robert BarnardInspector Alan Grant of Scotland Yard, recuperating from a broken leg, becomes fascinated with a contemporary portrait of Richard III that bears no resemblance to the Wicked Uncle of history. Could such a sensitive, noble face actually belong to one of the world's most heinous villains -- a venomous hunchback who may have killed his brother's children to make his crown secure? Or could Richard have been the victim, turned into a monster by the usurpers of England's throne? Grant determines to find out once and for all, with the help of the British Museum and an American scholar, what kind of man Richard Plantagenet really was and who killed the Little Princes in the Tower.The Daughter of Timeis an ingeniously plotted, beautifully written, and suspenseful tale, a supreme achievement from one of mystery writing's most gifted masters., "One of the best mysteries of all time" ( The New York Times )--Josephine Tey recreates one of history's most famous--and vicious--crimes in her classic bestselling novel, a must read for connoisseurs of fiction, now with a new introduction by Robert, "One of the best mysteries of all time" ( The New York Times )--Josephine Tey recreates one of history's most famous--and vicious--crimes in her classic bestselling novel, a must read for connoisseurs of fiction, now with a new introduction by Robert Barnard. Inspector Alan Grant of Scotland Yard, recuperating from a broken leg, becomes fascinated with a contemporary portrait of Richard III that bears no resemblance to the Wicked Uncle of history. Could such a sensitive, noble face actually belong to one of the world's most heinous villains--a venomous hunchback who may have killed his brother's children to make his crown secure? Or could Richard have been the victim, turned into a monster by the usurpers of England's throne? Grant determines to find out once and for all, with the help of the British Museum and an American scholar, what kind of man Richard Plantagenet really was and who killed the Little Princes in the Tower. The Daughter of Time is an ingeniously plotted, beautifully written, and suspenseful tale, a supreme achievement from one of mystery writing's most gifted masters.
LC Classification NumberPR6025.A2547D3 1988
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- Sep 02, 2022Top favorable review
An Intellectually Challenging Historical Mystery
This PB book was a difficult mystery about the history of King Richard the 3rd. If one was familiar with United Kingdom history, it would have been easier. Nevertheless, I got through the book, and found it to be well-written and well-paced. The policeman was bedridden, convalescing in the hospital. Bored silly, a visitor, fairly unwittingly, got him started on researching the history of King Richard the 3rd, with the help of an American visitor who could physically research London libraries, and bring books and findings to the hospitalized policeman. This mystery showed how research was performed before Google. The book's author remains well-respected, and was certainly erudite. Recommended.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 27, 2021Top critical review
What was this author thinking?
This was recommended to me by a friend, but it's the weirdest book I've ever encountered. The author apparently wanted to put out a book about the known facts relating to the deaths of the two sons of Edward IV. For some bizarre reason she chose to parcel the facts out a bit at a time as part of a "story." Only, there is no story. The book opens with a detective who is nearly recovered from an injury. Since he's confined to bed, people bring him history books, which he reads. And then he asks them to bring him more books. That's it. That's the story. Not to spoil the big climax, but... there is tea. Why the author didn't just write a nonfiction book I have no idea. Or an actual story where people do things other than sitting on a bed reading. It's baffling.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 22, 2020
Fun and fascinating historical thriller!
This is the story of the once much maligned Richard III of England. Tey wrote this from the perspective of a book about Richard given to a detective friend recovering in the hospital in l951. Tey herself sensed Richard's horrible legacy was over-the-top and possibly contrived by Henry VII. In l951, few questioned the ogre who was Richard - the bogeyman of children's dreams - but her book literally started the historical search for the truth...which today includes finding his remains thus proving he wasn't hunched back and more. This is history made fun and fascinating...as you can tell "I LOVED IT"!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 27, 2017
THE DAUGHTER OF TIME
THIS IS A VERY COMPELLING AND INTERESTING READ. ANYONE WHO LIKES A GOOD MYSTERY WILL SURELY ENJOY THIS NOVEL. CERTAINLY A READ THAT IS HARD TO PUT DOWN AND A LITTLE DEPRESSING WITH YOU TURN THE FINAL PAGE AND REALIZE YOU'VE COME TO THE END, ENJOY AS I DID.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Dec 05, 2019
Many views can change with the passing of time.
This is a mystery requiring an analytical mind and interest in British history. If that’s what you have, you will enjoy “The Daughter of Time “.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 07, 2018
Initially confusing
First time with this author.....presents from a different point of viewVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 27, 2020
great condition
great story and excellent conditionVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 28, 2021
Interesting historic book
Good bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 05, 2018
This is my favorite mystery of all time. It is brilliantly written and historically accurate and relevant.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 26, 2020
Interesting take on an old tale
An interesting investigation into whether Richard III really killed his newphews.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
