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Title: De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhard in Palestina

Note: Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg.

Summary: "De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhart in Palestina" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows Sir Kenneth, a knight of the Red Cross and a crusader, as he travels through the arid landscapes of Palestine during the era of the Crusades. The story vividly depicts the challenges and encounters faced by Kenneth, particularly focusing on themes of honor, chivalry, and the unexpected camaraderie that can form between foes. The opening of the novel introduces Sir Kenneth as he traverses the unforgiving terrain near the Dead Sea while reflecting on the desolation surrounding him. He is heavily armored and alone due to the dwindled numbers of his fellow crusaders, whom illness and conflict have separated from him. His journey takes a turn when he encounters a Saracen rider, Sheerkohf, with whom he has a tense confrontation that quickly shifts into a truce and mutual respect. The dialogue between them highlights their contrasting backgrounds yet also reveals a camaraderie that transcends their initial hostilities. They pause at a refreshing fountain to rest, eating simple meals and sharing witty exchanges that explore their differing cultures, thus setting the stage for a story rich in adventure, conflict, and the intertwining of destinies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Scott, Walter, 1771-1832

Translator: Keller, Gerard, 1829-1899

EBook No.: 57698

Published: Aug 14, 2018

Downloads: 69

Language: Dutch

Subject: Historical fiction

Subject: Knights and knighthood -- Fiction

Subject: Crusades -- Third, 1189-1192 -- Fiction

Subject: Jerusalem -- History -- Latin Kingdom, 1099-1244 -- Fiction

Subject: Richard I, King of England, 1157-1199 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhard in Palestina

Note: Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg.

Summary: "De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhart in Palestina" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows Sir Kenneth, a knight of the Red Cross and a crusader, as he travels through the arid landscapes of Palestine during the era of the Crusades. The story vividly depicts the challenges and encounters faced by Kenneth, particularly focusing on themes of honor, chivalry, and the unexpected camaraderie that can form between foes. The opening of the novel introduces Sir Kenneth as he traverses the unforgiving terrain near the Dead Sea while reflecting on the desolation surrounding him. He is heavily armored and alone due to the dwindled numbers of his fellow crusaders, whom illness and conflict have separated from him. His journey takes a turn when he encounters a Saracen rider, Sheerkohf, with whom he has a tense confrontation that quickly shifts into a truce and mutual respect. The dialogue between them highlights their contrasting backgrounds yet also reveals a camaraderie that transcends their initial hostilities. They pause at a refreshing fountain to rest, eating simple meals and sharing witty exchanges that explore their differing cultures, thus setting the stage for a story rich in adventure, conflict, and the intertwining of destinies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Scott, Walter, 1771-1832

Translator: Keller, Gerard, 1829-1899

EBook No.: 57698

Published: Aug 14, 2018

Downloads: 69

Language: Dutch

Subject: Historical fiction

Subject: Knights and knighthood -- Fiction

Subject: Crusades -- Third, 1189-1192 -- Fiction

Subject: Jerusalem -- History -- Latin Kingdom, 1099-1244 -- Fiction

Subject: Richard I, King of England, 1157-1199 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.