De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhard in Palestina by Walter Scott
"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.)
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| Author | Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
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| Translator | Keller, Gerard, 1829-1899 |
| Title | De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhard in Palestina |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Talisman_(Scott_novel) |
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| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57698 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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