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Historical Fiction· United Kingdom

Bring Up the Bodies

by Hilary Mantel
Aggregate Editorial Score86/100
★Booker Prize
Published 2012432 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Bring Up the Bodies by Hilary Mantel is a landmark work of historical fiction, first published in 2012. Mantel's sequel follows Cromwell as he engineers the fall and execution of Anne Boleyn for the increasingly volatile Henry VIII. The second Booker Prize winner in Mantel's trilogy is even more precise and propulsive than the first, a masterclass in point-of-view and political tension. Themes of Tudor England, power, betrayal run through the work. The book has received recognition from Booker Prize 2012.

Book Details

AuthorHilary Mantel
Published2012
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages432
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
ISBN9780312610760
Editorial Score86/100
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🗺️ Historical Fiction

Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

Bring Up the Bodies by Hilary Mantel sits within the tradition of historical fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 2012 in United Kingdom, it engages with Tudor England, power, betrayal, court intrigue in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. Critics and institutions have consistently placed Bring Up the Bodies among the notable works of its period. Among its recognitions: Booker Prize 2012. Our aggregate score of 86/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. Readers coming to Bring Up the Bodies for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of Tudor England, power, betrayal, court intrigue is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, Hilary Mantel occupies a significant position. Bring Up the Bodies is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Booker Prize
winner · global
201286
✍️
About the Author
Hilary Mantel
United Kingdom
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Hilary Mantel is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of historical fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bring Up the Bodies about?

Mantel's sequel follows Cromwell as he engineers the fall and execution of Anne Boleyn for the increasingly volatile Henry VIII. The second Booker Prize winner in Mantel's trilogy is even more precise and propulsive than the first, a masterclass in point-of-view and political tension.

Who wrote Bring Up the Bodies?

Bring Up the Bodies was written by Hilary Mantel, from United Kingdom. First published in 2012.

What awards has Bring Up the Bodies won?

Bring Up the Bodies has received the following awards and honours: Booker Prize 2012.

Is Bring Up the Bodies worth reading?

Bring Up the Bodies is a widely acclaimed work with strong critical consensus, with an aggregate editorial score of 86/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in Tudor England, power, betrayal.

Where can I buy Bring Up the Bodies?

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What category is Bring Up the Bodies?

Bring Up the Bodies is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is Bring Up the Bodies from?

Bring Up the Bodies originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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