An Evening with Bernard Cornwell

We are thrilled that literary superstar Bernard Cornwell will be returning to Ely to talk about his new book, Fools and Mortals.  The novel follows the young Richard Shakespeare, an actor struggling to make his way in a company dominated by his estranged older brother, William. As the growth of theatre blooms, their rivalry – and that of the playhouses, playwrights and actors vying for acclaim and glory – propels a high-stakes story of conflict and betrayal.

Showcasing his renowned storyteller’s skill, Bernard Cornwell has created an Elizabethan world incredibly rich in its portrayal: you walk the London streets, stand in the palaces and are on stage in the playhouses, as he weaves a remarkable story in which performances, rivalries and ambition combine to form a tangled web of intrigue. Bernard will be in conversation with actor Tom Godwin in what promises to be an enthralling evening.