C.J. Sansom

Christopher John Sansom, born in 1952 in Edinburgh, is a distinguished British author celebrated for his enthralling historical crime novels, especially the Matthew Shardlake series. Despite a challenging start at George Watson's College, Sansom's resilience led him to the University of Birmingham, where he earned a BA and a PhD in history. Before switching careers to become a solicitor, he worked in various roles, showcasing his diverse career path. Eventually, Sansom left the legal profession to dedicate himself to writing full-time. His deep understanding of history and law enriches his novels, transporting readers to the vivid past of Tudor England. He resides in Sussex, where he captivates his audience with intricate narratives.

Sansom's Shardlake series, set during the reign of Henry VIII, has won critical acclaim and a loyal readership for its meticulous historical detail and compelling mysteries. Matthew Shardlake, a lawyer who is hunchbacked, navigates Tudor politics while solving crimes, beginning with "Dissolution" and continuing through several sequels that explore different facets of 16th-century England. Beyond Shardlake, novels like "Winter in Madrid" and "Dominion" showcase Sansom's versatility and deep engagement with historical and political themes. His contributions to literature have been recognized with awards, including the 2005 Ellis Peters Historical Dagger and the prestigious Cartier Diamond Dagger in 2022, underscoring his status as a master of historical fiction.

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