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Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe
Author: Sir Walter Scott
As knights battle to the death, the fate of England hangs in the balance. — England is in turmoil -- torn by fierce and bitter hatreds between Norman and Saxon. Rival claimants to the throne have plunged into bloody civil war. Price John -- taking advantage of Richard's absence while fighting in the Crusades -- plots to make himself crowned k...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780451518767
ISBN-10: 0451518764
Publication Date: 7/1/1962
Pages: 508
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Publisher: Signet Book
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
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I always read prologues, introductions, dedications, etc. but in this case you'll be so turned off by the obtuse and difficult languaging that you'll never get to the book. The story is amusing and with enough subtleties to make it intriguing without the need for a notebook to keep track of all of the subplots.
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The Walter Scott classic of medieval England.
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This is a very interesting book, great for any classic lover!
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Medieval England in all its splendor. This book in the Reader's Enrichment Series includes lots of helpful background material about the author, his style, and historical background as well.


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