Mantel Pieces Place of Greater Safety & Giving Up The Ghost 3-Book Set by Hilary Mantel - Non Fiction - Mixed Format

Titles in This Set:
Mantel Pieces: The New Book from The Sunday Times Best Selling Author of the Wolf Hall Trilogy [Hardback]
Giving Up The Ghost: A memoir
A Place of Greater Safety

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Mixed lot

Overview:
This carefully curated three-book collection brings together three facets of Hilary Mantel’s remarkable writing: Mantel Pieces (the new hardback collection of essays from the author known for her exacting historical imagination), Giving Up The Ghost (a memoir that intimately traces memory, illness, and the human condition), and A Place of Greater Safety (a sweeping historical novel set during the French Revolution). Each title stands on its own, yet together they form a complementary reading journey—from reflective essays to personal reckoning to immersive historical narrative. The mixed-lot format offers the full Mantel experience in one purchase, delivering variety, depth, and a cohesive perspective on how Mantel sees history, memory, and human motive. This set is ideal for adult readers who value precise prose, rigorous research, and writing that blends intellectual rigor with emotional clarity. Whether you’re revisiting Mantel’s nonfiction or discovering her fiction for the first time, the three books promise a rich, thought-provoking, and highly satisfying reading experience.

What Makes This Collection Special:
What unites Mantel Pieces, Giving Up The Ghost, and A Place of Greater Safety is a singular authorial voice that moves seamlessly across genres while maintaining a relentless commitment to truth, detail, and storytelling virtuosity. Mantel Pieces offers a contemporary lens on history and culture through essays that spark curiosity and conversation. Giving Up The Ghost invites a luminous interior journey, exploring death, memory, and resilience with candour and grace. A Place of Greater Safety expands Mantel’s historical imagination into a sprawling, meticulously researched novel about ambition, revolution, and humanity in crisis. Together, the set delivers a complete reading experience: a writer’s complete spectrum—from intimate memoir to scholarly reflection to panoramic historical fiction—perfect for binge-reading, careful study, or thoughtful gifting to serious readers.

Books Included in This Collection:
Mantel Pieces: The New Book from The Sunday Times Best Selling Author of the Wolf Hall Trilogy [Hardback]
This hardback collection of Mantel’s essays and reflections showcases a writer at the top of her game, translating complex ideas into accessible, lucid prose. Readers will find careful observations on history, culture, and the craft of writing, along with sharp, witty commentary that reveals Mantel’s distinctive voice. The book offers fresh perspectives for fans of her historical fiction and new readers seeking a modern, thoughtful non-fiction voice. A thoughtful companion to Mantel’s broader oeuvre, Mantel Pieces stands on its own as a polished, authoritative, and deeply readable collection that honors Mantel’s ongoing contribution to literary conversation.

Giving Up The Ghost: A memoir
A deeply personal work, Giving Up The Ghost blends memory and mortality with Mantel’s clear-eyed, unflinching prose. The memoir examines experiences of illness, loss, and the enduring human questions that arise when facing the end of life, all framed by Mantel’s precise observational skill and narrative honesty. The result is a book that reads with quiet power—intimate yet universal—making it a compelling entry point for readers new to Mantel and a rewarding companion for longtime fans seeking a different kind of literary immersion.

A Place of Greater Safety
A Place of Greater Safety is a sweeping historical novel set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. Mantel crafts a richly detailed, character-driven panorama that weaves political upheaval with intimate portraits of those who shaped history. The narrative blends meticulous research with kinetic storytelling, delivering a immersive reading experience that rewards steady attention and deep engagement. For fans of literary historical fiction, this title offers a compelling blend of intellect and emotion, illustrating Mantel’s ability to illuminate large-scale events through the lives of individuals who lived them.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for adult readers who crave serious literary fiction, historical novels, and thoughtful non-fiction, this set suits fans of the Wolf Hall trilogy, readers who appreciate rigorous research, and students seeking compelling, intelligent reads. It also makes a refined gift for book collectors, bibliophiles, teachers, and book clubs exploring themes of memory, history, and resilience. If you enjoy prose that is precise but not cold, and narratives that reward attention with insight and texture, this collection will resonate deeply. Whether you’re building a Mantel-focused library or searching for a three-book gift that spans genres, this set delivers a memorable, high-quality reading experience.

Key Benefits:

• Three distinct Hilary Mantel works in one premium set
• Hardback Mantel Pieces included, with elegant presentation
• Mix of memoir, non-fiction essays, and sweeping historical fiction
• Ideal for gifting to literature lovers and Mantel fans
• In-depth writing that rewards careful, thoughtful reading
• Compact, cohesive reading journey across genres
• High-quality UK edition presentation suitable for display
• Rock-solid value by purchasing multiple Mantel titles together

About the Author:
Hilary Mantel is a celebrated author renowned for her precision, historical insight, and lucid prose. This collection brings together three facets of her work—from Mantel Pieces, a modern collection of essays, to Giving Up The Ghost, a memoir, and A Place of Greater Safety, a sweeping historical novel. Readers who admire her ability to braid meticulous research with intimate character study will find this set to be a compelling cross-section of Mantel’s literary range. With Mantel’s distinctive voice guiding each title, the collection offers a coherent yet diverse reading experience that showcases her versatility and enduring influence in contemporary fiction and non-fiction.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning this three-book collection means immediate access to a breadth of Mantel’s writing in one elegant package. It’s a thoughtful blend of personal reflection, insightful commentary, and expansive historical storytelling, designed to appeal to serious readers who value depth and craft. The mix of genres ensures there’s something to savor whether you’re in the mood for memoir, essays, or historical fiction. The set also provides excellent gift potential for readers who enjoy literary journeys, well-researched narratives, and the prestige of owning a cohesive Mantel library in a single purchase.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.