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Historical Fiction· United Kingdom

Wolf Hall

by Hilary Mantel
Aggregate Editorial Score100/100
★Booker Prize★Costa Book Award
Published 2009653 pagesEnglish

About This Book

Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel is a landmark work of historical fiction, first published in 2009. Thomas Cromwell, the blacksmith's son who rose to become Henry VIII's most powerful minister, navigates the dangerous politics of the Tudor court. Mantel's Booker Prize–winning novel reinvented historical fiction with its audacious present-tense narration and psychological depth. Themes of power, Tudor England, ambition run through the work. The book has received recognition from Booker Prize 2009 and Costa Book Award 2009.

Awards & Recognition

Booker Prize
winner · global
200983
Costa Book Award
winner · national
200966
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About the Author
Hilary Mantel
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wolf Hall about?

Thomas Cromwell, the blacksmith's son who rose to become Henry VIII's most powerful minister, navigates the dangerous politics of the Tudor court. Mantel's Booker Prize–winning novel reinvented historical fiction with its audacious present-tense narration and psychological depth.

Who wrote Wolf Hall?

Wolf Hall was written by Hilary Mantel, from United Kingdom. First published in 2009.

What awards has Wolf Hall won?

Wolf Hall has received the following awards and honours: Booker Prize 2009; Costa Book Award 2009.

Is Wolf Hall worth reading?

Wolf Hall is one of the most critically acclaimed books ever written, with an aggregate editorial score of 100/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 2 editorial sources. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in power, Tudor England, ambition.