Essex Dogs

A Novel

By Dan Jones | Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

About the book

A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2023

The New York Times bestselling historian makes his historical fiction debut with an explosive novel set during the Hundred Years' War.


July 1346. Ten men land on the beaches of Normandy. They call themselves the Essex Dogs: an unruly platoon of archers and men-at-arms led by a battle-scarred captain whose best days are behind him. The fight for the throne of the largest kingdom in Western Europe has begun.
 
Heading ever deeper into enemy territory toward Crécy, this band of brothers knows they are off to fight a battle that will forge nations, and shape the very fabric of human lives. But first they must survive a bloody war in which rules are abandoned and chivalry itself is slaughtered.
 
Rooted in historical accuracy and told through an unforgettable cast, Essex Dogs delivers the stark reality of medieval war on the ground – and shines a light on the fighters and ordinary people caught in the storm.

Editions of Essex Dogs

Hardcover
ISBN 9780593653784
Paperback
ISBN 9780143137634
EBook
ISBN 9780593511756
AudioStreaming
ISBN 9780593670125
AudioStreaming
ISBN 9780593670132

Read an Excerpt

A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2023

The New York Times bestselling historian makes his historical fiction debut with an explosive novel set during the Hundred Years' War.


July 1346. Ten men land on the beaches of Normandy. They call themselves the Essex Dogs: an unruly platoon of archers and men-at-arms led by a battle-scarred captain whose best days are behind him. The fight for the throne of the largest kingdom in Western Europe has begun.
 
Heading ever deeper into enemy territory toward Crécy, this band of brothers knows they are off to fight a battle that will forge nations, and shape the very fabric of human lives. But first they must survive a bloody war in which rules are abandoned and chivalry itself is slaughtered.
 
Rooted in historical accuracy and told through an unforgettable cast, Essex Dogs delivers the stark reality of medieval war on the ground – and shines a light on the fighters and ordinary people caught in the storm.

Frequently Asked Questions

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A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2023

The New York Times bestselling historian makes his historical fiction debut with an explosive novel set during the Hundred Years' War.


July 1346. Ten men land on the beaches of Normandy. They call themselves the Essex Dogs: an unruly platoon of archers and men-at-arms led by a battle-scarred captain whose best days are behind him. The fight for the throne of the largest kingdom in Western Europe has begun.
 
Heading ever deeper into enemy territory toward Crécy, this band of brothers knows they are off to fight a battle that will forge nations, and shape the very fabric of human lives. But first they must survive a bloody war in which rules are abandoned and chivalry itself is slaughtered.
 
Rooted in historical accuracy and told through an unforgettable cast, Essex Dogs delivers the stark reality of medieval war on the ground – and shines a light on the fighters and ordinary people caught in the storm.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Essex Dogs?

Fiction > Historical fiction

Where can I read a sample of Essex Dogs?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780593653784

Is Essex Dogs part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Essex Dogs Trilogy

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Essex Dogs?

Dan Jones

Who is the Publisher of the book Essex Dogs?

Penguin Publishing Group

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Essex Dogs is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780593653784) and paperback(ISBN 9780143137634) and ebook(ISBN 9780593511756) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593670125) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593670132)

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