Fugitive Prince (Wars of Light & Shadow)

Year 1998
Pages 704
Binding Paperback

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Fugitive Prince (Wars of Light & Shadow) by Janny Wurts is a history book that adds background to its subject. The record for this copy lists 1998 • Harpercollins • 704 pages. So far, local readers have this at 3.88/5 across 59 local ratings.

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A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.

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  • You need an approachable way into the subject.
  • You want history told in a readable way.
  • When you want emotional honesty, complex power plays and alliances shape the plot, making political maneuvering as gripping as personal drama.

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  • You want a lighter and faster read.
  • You need a thorough preview before deciding.
  • When you avoid ambiguous endings, the novel revels in gray areas and avoids clear-cut heroes or villains.

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Historical Long read Older edition Historical subject

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This book adds background and explanation to a historical subject.

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Paperback: ISBN-13 9780061054686

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