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Conn Iggulden has written many historical fiction books set in the ancient world. His latest book, Lion is set in and follows the fortunes of Pericles, a famous statesman of Athens. Other works include : the Emperor Series based around the life of Julius Caesar, and the Conqueror Series, based on the life of Mongol warlords and also The War of the Roses series. In a departure from that he also co-authored with his brother Hal the extremely popular The Dangerous Book for Boys. With 20 years as a published and prolific author, it's not unusual for him to release a book a year, and often two.
