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Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the Crusades (original 1882; edition 2019)

by G. A. Henty (Author)

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Henty weaves a story of the life and times of King Richard the Lion-Hearted that is yet to be equaled. Cuthbert de Lance, the hero of the story, is of Norman blood on his father's side and Saxon by his mother. By providing timely aid to the Earl of Evesham, Cuthbert is rewarded by being allowed to go to the Crusade as his page. He gains a reputation for valor and prowess due to gallant deeds, and his resourcefulness not only helps King Richard but aids Cuthbert in many a hairbreadth escape.… (more)

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Title:	Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the Crusades
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Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the Crusades by G. A. Henty (1882)

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A story of medieval life which follows the remarkable adventures of young Cuthbert de Lance, a lad who serves as a page to an English nobleman during the Third Crusade. Readers have a ringside seat at a major historical event as they follow the boy to the Holy Land, experience the excitement of battle, and share Cuthbert's dangerous exploits on his return trip across Europe to England.

PlumfieldCH | Jul 19, 2024 |

A tale of the Crusades. Originally published in 1882.

hgcslibrary | Nov 29, 2009 |

Tells of the life and times of King Richard the Lionhearted.

gnbclibrary | Apr 3, 2008 |

This book is about a boy in the time of the Crusades. He helps recapture at least 5 Saracen held castles. (

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Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the Crusades

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Winning his Spurs

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The Boy Knight

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1882

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Richard I, King of England

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Third Crusade (1189 | 1192)

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Henty weaves a story of the life and times of King Richard the Lion-Hearted that is yet to be equaled. Cuthbert de Lance, the hero of the story, is of Norman blood on his father's side and Saxon by his mother. By providing timely aid to the Earl of Evesham, Cuthbert is rewarded by being allowed to go to the Crusade as his page. He gains a reputation for valor and prowess due to gallant deeds, and his resourcefulness not only helps King Richard but aids Cuthbert in many a hairbreadth escape.

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