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The Greatest Knight: The Unsung Story of the Queen's Champion
The Greatest Knight The Unsung Story of the Queen's Champion
Author: Elizabeth Chadwick
Based on fact, this is the story of William Marshal, the greatest knight of the Middle Ages, unsurpassed in the tourneys, adeptly manoeuvring through the colourful, dangerous world of Angevin politics to become one of the most powerful magnates of the realm and eventually regent of England. From minor beginnings and a narrow escape from death in...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781402225185
ISBN-10: 1402225180
Publication Date: 9/1/2009
Pages: 560
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Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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Very good book. Set in the late 1100s it is the story of Henry II and his sons. The main character is William Marshall a very talented knight. He is loyal to the crown throughout. The story is beautifully told, characters are developed very well. The pace moves well. A very good read

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I thought this book was excellent! It was well written and interesting all the way through. Based on a true story and historically accurate but not in the least bit boring! I plan on reading the following book.

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