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William Wallace Paperback – 15 Feb 2002

by Andrew Fisher (Author)

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...probably the smartest most savvy account of Wallace was done by a guy called Fisher. I really liked that book...he tries to fill in the pieces between what is verifiable...I found that he kind of put Wallace's character in there - Mel Gibson William Wallace Has always been one of the legendary figures of Scottish history. Since the film 'Braveheart', his reputation has risen to new heights. Wallace was by no means prepared by birth, education or training for the seminal role he was to play in Scottish history, but when the ambition and ruthlessness of Edward I combined with the wcakness of John Balliol to provoke the Wars of Independence, it was Wallace who rose to the challenge and broke the sequence of English victories, re-energising and inspiring his countrymen in the process. While others, ostensibly his betters, yielded and collaborated, Wallace set an example of constancy and perseverance and became Guardian of Scotland. Even his terrible death can be seen as a victory as it provided an inspiration for the continuance of the struggle. Previous biographies have tended to present Wallace as a one-dimensional figure, ignoring his flaws. In an age of brutality, however, Wallace too was brutal. He repaid the sack of Berwick with the harrying of Northumberland and the crimes with which he was charged in 1305 were by no means wholly fabricated. By investigating all aspects of Wallace's life and character, and treating him as a man of his time, Andrew Fisher provides a more authentic picture of the greatest of Scotland's heroes than has been previously available. This is anew and substantially expanded edition of Andrew Fisher's biography. It features new sections on the Wallace of literature and present-day perceptions of Wallace, placing the crude distortions and inaccuracies of 'Braveheart' in their proper context.

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Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: John Donald Publishers Ltd; 2nd Revised edition edition (15 Feb. 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0859765571
ISBN-13: 978-0859765572
Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm
Average Customer Review: 7 customer reviews
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 4,117,600 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #5558 in Books > History > Europe > Great Britain > Scotland
- #7071 in Books > History > Europe > Great Britain > The Plantaganets & Medieval England
- #10057 in Books > Biography > Historical > Britain > Military

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'... this excellent biography which will certainly become prescribed reading for all interested in the Wars of Independence.' - Forth Naturalist and Historian '... a tremendously popular account of one of Scotland's genuine heroes...' - Scottish Life

About the Author

Andrew Fisher Is archivist to the dukes of Buccleuch at Drumlanrig Castle. As well as books, he has also written for radio and TV and is currently working on a biography of Andrew de Harclay and two books, The Reivers and Wolf of Badenoch, for John Donald. His biography of Wallace is still reckoned to be the standard work.

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As dry as a plain cracker.

Bygordyboyon 3 July 2016

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I purchased this book as I like to read about inspirational people.
What could be more inspirational than a face painted Mel Gibson shouting in a horrendous Scottish accent about freedom?

I was disappointed to find no mention of Mel Gibson in this book.
No action scenes.
No wrenches.
No sex.

There were lots of facts, names, places and dates but no soul.
Apparently there is not much information regarding William Wallace and I am sure the writer is accurate because if this book isn't accurate then what's the point?
I would have preferred a few departures from reality if it meant breathing some life into this barren yarn.