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Falls the Shadow

by Sharon Kay Penman Book 2 in the Welsh Princes Trilogy series.

First published 1988

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England and Wales, 1231–1265. Simon de Montfort, a French-born nobleman, secures the earldom of Leicester and marries Eleanor, sister of Henry III. His early loyalty to the king deteriorates as disputes over money, patronage and royal government move him towards the reforming barons.

The struggle produces the Provisions of Oxford and the Second Barons’ War. Simon defeats Henry at Lewes and briefly governs through a council and parliament, while maintaining an alliance with Llywelyn ap Gruffudd in Wales. His refusal to compromise divides his supporters and leads to his defeat and death at Evesham.

Historical Periods

Medieval Walesc. 500–1500 CE Second Barons’ War1264–1267 CE

Historical people

Edward I of England1239–1307 Henry III of England1207–1272 Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester1208–1265 Llywelyn ap Gruffudd1220–1282

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