Publisher's Synopsis
Heroes of Chivalry is a book written by Louise Maitland that tells the stories of some of the most famous and inspiring knights of the Middle Ages. The book is divided into chapters, each one dedicated to a different knight, including Richard the Lionheart, William Wallace, Joan of Arc, and many others. The author provides a detailed account of the life and times of each knight, describing their heroic deeds, battles, and triumphs.The book also explores the concept of chivalry and its role in shaping the lives of these knights. It discusses the code of honor and conduct that governed their actions, and how they lived up to these ideals in their daily lives. The book is filled with illustrations and photographs that help bring the stories to life, and it is written in a clear and engaging style that makes it accessible to readers of all ages.Overall, Heroes of Chivalry is a fascinating and inspiring book that celebrates the bravery, honor, and nobility of some of the greatest knights in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Middle Ages, chivalry, or the lives of these legendary heroes.1903. Illustrated. From the Stories of Heroes series. The stories of this period, as well as the myths and tales of nomads, belong to the period of childhood in the development of civilized society. They may be said to represent the minority of society. The stories are drawn from two sources chiefly, the legends clustering about King Arthur and his Round Table and those relating to the followers of Charlemagne, especially as given in the Chanson de Roland. These stories are sure to arouse the interest of young people in the study of history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
