Nicholas St Aubyn (23 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Frontis (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Saints and Sinners, for the first time, follows the true story of a Cornish family, as it navigates wars, plots and rebellions over 1000 years. Battles from Hasting to Arnhem, royal treasure purloined and illicit liaisons enrich this tapestry of extraordinary characters. Meet a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 1400s, to Ann Basset courted by Henry VIII, and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the Bloomsbury Group between the world wars. Gained in the maelstrom of the Civil War and its aftermath, over centuries the St Aubyns have fashioned the island jewel of St Michael's Mount into their iconic seat. The 3rd Sir John St Aubyn Bt. conspired with the French and prepared an army to march against the crown. His grandson was Ross Poldark's real life equivalent, whose love and marriage to Juliana, a farmer's daughter, shocked Cornwall. A diary reveals the life of a Regency rake, while a brother built a property empire in Plymouth. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front and served valiantly during the Second. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events which give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective, as the family identity has evolved in the battle to survive. AUTHOR: Nicholas St Aubyn won a scholarship to Oxford, where he studied politics and philosophy, then worked in the City. He later ran West Country businesses, winning awards for enterprise and innovation. He stood in Truro, including the 1987 by-election, before becoming MP for Guildford. Custom of the County, his first novel, was a fast-paced adventure (Western Morning News) which "weaves a fascinating tapestry out of the remnants of historical evidence (BBC Cornwall). He lives in the Surrey Hills with his wife Jane, their children, grandchildren and dogs. 40 b/w illustrations Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail. Frontis (illustrator).…

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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is a true story. About survival. A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group. He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283. The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves. AUTHOR: Nicholas St Aubyn was born in 1955. After a scholarship to Oxford, where he studied politics and philosophy, he worked in the City and then ran West Country businesses, winning awards for enterprise and innovation. He fought the constituency of Truro three times, including the 1987 by-election, before becoming MP for Guildford, where he pioneered the Academy model for schools. His first novel, Custom of the County, was published in 2010. He lives in the Surrey Hills with wife Jane, children, grandchildren and dogs. 40 b/w illustrations This is a true story. About survival. A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New. Brand New.

Condition: New.

hardcover. Condition: New. *Brand new* Ships from USA.

Hardback. Condition: New. This is a true story. About survival.A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group.He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283.The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback. Condition: New. This is a true story. About survival.A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group.He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283.The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves.…

Condition: Very Good. New/unused condition with small scuffs and light scratches to the dust jacket. The content is in new condition.

First edition, first printing. Signed by the author to the title page. Fine paperback original.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 288 pages. 9.25x6.25x9.21 inches. In Stock.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - A Cornish family's thousand-year survival unfolds through wars, plots, rebellions, and legendary women across changing centuries.Saints and Sinners, for the first time, follows the true story of a Cornish family, as it navigates wars, plots and rebellions over 1000 years. Battles from Hasting to Arnhem, royal treasure purloined and illicit liaisons enrich this tapestry of extraordinary characters. Meet a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 1400s, to Ann Basset courted by Henry VIII, and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the Bloomsbury Group between the world wars.Gained in the maelstrom of the Civil War and its aftermath, over centuries the St Aubyns have fashioned the island jewel of St Michael's Mount into their iconic seat. The 3rd Sir John St Aubyn Bt. conspired with the French and prepared an army to march against the crown. His grandson was Ross Poldark's 'real life equivalent', whose love and marriage to Juliana, a farmer's daughter, shocked Cornwall.A diary reveals the life of a Regency rake, while a brother built a property empire in Plymouth. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front and served valiantly during the Second. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events which give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective, as the family identity has evolved in the battle to survive.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Saints and Sinners, for the first time, follows the true story of a Cornish family, as it navigates wars, plots and rebellions over 1000 years. Battles from Hasting to Arnhem, royal treasure purloined and illicit liaisons enrich this tapestry of extraordinary characters. Meet a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 1400s, to Ann Basset courted by Henry VIII, and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the Bloomsbury Group between the world wars. Gained in the maelstrom of the Civil War and its aftermath, over centuries the St Aubyns have fashioned the island jewel of St Michael's Mount into their iconic seat. The 3rd Sir John St Aubyn Bt. conspired with the French and prepared an army to march against the crown. His grandson was Ross Poldark's real life equivalent, whose love and marriage to Juliana, a farmer's daughter, shocked Cornwall. A diary reveals the life of a Regency rake, while a brother built a property empire in Plymouth. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front and served valiantly during the Second. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events which give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective, as the family identity has evolved in the battle to survive. AUTHOR: Nicholas St Aubyn won a scholarship to Oxford, where he studied politics and philosophy, then worked in the City. He later ran West Country businesses, winning awards for enterprise and innovation. He stood in Truro, including the 1987 by-election, before becoming MP for Guildford. Custom of the County, his first novel, was a fast-paced adventure (Western Morning News) which "weaves a fascinating tapestry out of the remnants of historical evidence (BBC Cornwall). He lives in the Surrey Hills with his wife Jane, their children, grandchildren and dogs. 40 b/w illustrations Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: NEW.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is a true story. About survival. A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group. He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283. The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves. AUTHOR: Nicholas St Aubyn was born in 1955. After a scholarship to Oxford, where he studied politics and philosophy, he worked in the City and then ran West Country businesses, winning awards for enterprise and innovation. He fought the constituency of Truro three times, including the 1987 by-election, before becoming MP for Guildford, where he pioneered the Academy model for schools. His first novel, Custom of the County, was published in 2010. He lives in the Surrey Hills with wife Jane, children, grandchildren and dogs. 40 b/w illustrations This is a true story. About survival. A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is a true story. About survival. A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group. He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283. The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves. AUTHOR: Nicholas St Aubyn was born in 1955. After a scholarship to Oxford, where he studied politics and philosophy, he worked in the City and then ran West Country businesses, winning awards for enterprise and innovation. He fought the constituency of Truro three times, including the 1987 by-election, before becoming MP for Guildford, where he pioneered the Academy model for schools. His first novel, Custom of the County, was published in 2010. He lives in the Surrey Hills with wife Jane, children, grandchildren and dogs. 40 b/w illustrations This is a true story. About survival. A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Hardback. Condition: New. This is a true story. About survival.A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group.He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283.The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This is a true story. About survival.A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group.He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283.The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves.…

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st. First Edition, First Printing; dark green c w/gilt titles; 196 clean, unmarked pages/index. Frontis (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: New. This is a true story. About survival.A Breton soldier who fought at Hastings returns to his family's ancient Celtic roots in the West County. Nicholas St Aubyn follows his family's tenuous path over the next one thousand years, describing those they loved, the many wars they fought, and their role in Cornish rebellions. His story also features a host of remarkable women, from the Countess of Oxford in the 14th century to Honor Basset at the 16th century Tudor court and Vita Sackville-West, a member of the 20th century Bloomsbury Group.He shows how the St Aubyns acquired St Michaels' Mount during the Civil War, the Jacobite conspiracy plotted by Sir John St Aubyn, and the love between his grandson Sir John and local farmer's daughter, Juliana, who inspired Winston Graham's Poldark novels. The story moves from medieval battles, and shipwrecked treasure in Mount's Bay, to love at the Court of Henry VIII, and the political fortunes of fourteen family MPs since 1283.The diary of one illegitimate son reveals the life of a Regency rake, as another builds a property empire in Devonport, while a third shocks his parishioners. In the First World War, St Aubyns were found on the Western Front, and during the Second, they served on the PQ17 Arctic Convoy and at the Battle of Arnhem. The gift of the family castle to the National Trust seventy years ago is one of many events that give this history its unique and increasingly personal perspective as the family identity evolves.…