The Knights of England, France, and Scotland by Henry William Herbert
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| Author | Herbert, Henry William, 1807-1858 |
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| LoC No. | 15019024 |
| Title | The Knights of England, France, and Scotland |
| Series Title | Legends of love and chivalry |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Knights of England, France, and Scotland" by Henry William Herbert is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the legends and tales surrounding iconic figures of chivalry from England, France, and Scotland, particularly focusing on the tumultuous events of the Norman Conquest and the subsequent rise of William the Conqueror. At the start of the narrative, the story unfolds with Harold, son of Godwin, who grossly underestimates the political tides of his time. He secures permission from King Edward the Confessor to retrieve Saxon hostages held by William, Duke of Normandy, but travels directly into a web of deception and ambition. As Harold's journey unfolds, a fierce tempest captures his ship, leading to his imprisonment in Norman territory. Despite displaying bravery and honor in the face of adversity, the events set in motion reveal the complexities of loyalty, ambition, and the cost of trust amid a backdrop of feudal rivalry and impending conquest. The narrative adeptly intertwines character development with the exploration of key historical moments, hinting at the looming clash between Saxon traditions and Norman ambitions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Legends -- Scotland |
| Subject | Legends -- France |
| Subject | Legends -- England |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57045 |
| Release Date | Apr 25, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 84 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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