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“AS ENTERTAINING AS SARUM AND RUTHERFURD’S OTHER SWEEPING NOVEL OF BRITISH HISTORY, LONDON.” –The Boston Globe “Engaging . . . A sprawling tome that combines fact with fiction and covers 900 years in the history of New Forest, a 100,000-acre woodland in southern England . . . Rutherfurd sketches the histories of six fictional families, ranging from aristocrats to peasants, who have lived in the forest for generations. . . . But the real success is in how Rutherfurd paints his picture of the wooded enclave with images of treachery and violence, as well as magic and beauty.” –The New York Post “THE FOREST IS MICHENER TOLD WITH AN ENGLISH ACCENT.” –St. Louis Post-Dispatch “TALES OF LOVE AND HONOR, DECEIT AND VIOLENCE, INHERITANCE AND LOSS.” –San Jose Mercury News
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"This novel was impressive in that it covered 900 years of history but still thoroughly developed the characters. Rutherford did a great job of personifying the forest and capturing its essence. Hopefully one day I'll visit the New Forest in England, and I can't wait to read Rutherford's London and Sarum, which each take place over an even longer period of time!"
— Takim (4 out of 5 stars)
The Forest Listener Reviews
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" Love all of Rutherfurd's books, this is the history of the New Forest from the beginning seen through the eyes of different families from different levels of society. "
— Judy, 2/11/2014 -
" I really enjoy his books - this one was easier to get in to than Sarum and I read it over the holiday weekend trip. I'd recommend it if you are a fan of his historical fiction. "
— Tanya, 2/8/2014 -
" Wonderful, epic historical novel that author Rutherfurd is know for. It takes a time commitment to finish, but like all of Rutherfurd's books it is well worth it. "
— Sharyn, 2/1/2014 -
" This book is so enjoyable, I could not put it down. I love the historical fiction and the intertwining of the families in the forest. It was so interesting, I would highly recommend it. "
— Dana, 1/31/2014 -
" This is the first of Rutherford's novels that has not captured my attention and I'm about 1/3 of the way through. Just can't pick it up to finish it. "
— Gavin, 1/30/2014 -
" Another great book of British historical fiction. "
— Dale, 1/29/2014 -
" I love Rutherford - England's Michener. This was a very long book, as his always are. The subject isn't as universally appealing as his New York novel, but was fascinating, nonetheless, in imagining how the peasants were affected by the events of British history. "
— Janet, 1/18/2014 -
" Had the hardest time with this one. Not boring, just too slow for my taste. Rutherford CAN write, though, so I will likely try another of his novels soon. "
— Rafael, 1/18/2014 -
" An OK book overall. I loved it in parts and waded through the others. "
— Sarah, 1/12/2014 -
" good and typical of this author, but not my favorite by this author. "
— Heather, 1/12/2014 -
" A decent read. It dragged in a few places, but for the most part I really enjoyed it, especially the way the historical aspects interacted with the narrative. It held my interest more than Sarum. "
— Megan, 12/22/2013 -
" I do like these kinds of books. Generational. Historical. Each section is like a short story in itself, with details from one century popping up ages later to seam the stories together. "
— Kristen, 12/17/2013 -
" Not one of my favourite Rutherfurd's; perhaps the New Forest just doesn't quite have the magical allure for me that London or Sarum do. I found it hard to actually picture the landscape, but enjoyed as usual Rutherford's weaving of tales of ordinary lives into historical events and settings. "
— Alice, 12/13/2013 -
" Only got about 1/3 way through it. He is a SUPERB writer, but this book is not up to his usual standard. "
— Elmira, 12/12/2013 -
" This was my favourite book be Edward Rutherfurd. "
— Rachel, 8/18/2013 -
" Not as good as Sarum or London but I liked it very much "
— Feodora, 5/29/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book. A 1000 year history of the families living in this part of Southern England. The changes they observe and live through as well as the subtle things which never change. Just a nice read. "
— Red, 4/14/2013 -
" Good, but not nearly as well done as Sarum "
— Robert, 3/19/2013 -
" Boring at times but still a great read. "
— Jasmine, 2/14/2013 -
" Liked it. Further development in this massive life work on the British Isles. Excellent. "
— Joyce, 10/15/2012 -
" Sean reads all of these. It took me a couple of months to get through it, but it was really enjoyable Historical Fiction... "
— Darcy, 10/1/2012 -
" it was fine enough... perhaps not as good as some of his other titles, but a solid read nevertheless. "
— Cristobal, 8/6/2012
About Edward Rutherfurd
Edward Rutherfurd is one of the most renowned writers of historical fiction. He was born in Salisbury, England, christened in Salisbury Cathedral, and spent his early childhood in Salisbury Close. He was educated at Cambridge University and Stanford University in California. He has written several bestselling books, including Sarum, Russka, and London.
About Lynn Redgrave
Lynn Redgrave, a member of Britain’s greatest acting family, is internationally known for her work on stage, screen, and television. As narrator of the World of Philosophy series, she brings to life the timeless and vital themes of the world’s great philosophical traditions.