Publisher's Synopsis
The Knight Of King�������s Guard is a historical fiction novel written by Ewan Martin and originally published in 1899. The story is set in medieval England and follows the life of Sir Richard de Cantor, a valiant knight who serves as a member of the King�������s Guard. The novel begins with Sir Richard being summoned to King Edward III�������s court, where he is tasked with protecting the king�������s daughter, Princess Isabella. As he fulfills his duty, Sir Richard becomes increasingly drawn to the princess, but their love is forbidden due to their differing social statuses. As the story unfolds, Sir Richard finds himself embroiled in various political intrigues and battles, including the Hundred Years������� War between England and France. He also faces personal challenges, such as a duel with a rival knight and the loss of his beloved squire. Throughout the novel, Martin paints a vivid picture of medieval England, describing the customs, clothing, and weaponry of the time. He also explores themes of honor, duty, and love, as Sir Richard struggles to balance his loyalty to the king with his own desires. Overall, The Knight Of King�������s Guard is a thrilling adventure story that offers a glimpse into the world of medieval knights and courtly love.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.
