Publisher's Synopsis
""Whittington and the Knight Sans-Terre or The Hermit of Tottenham: A Tale of the Vintners' Company"" is a historical fiction novel written by Elizabeth M. Stewart and published in 1853. The story is set in medieval England and follows the adventures of young Dick Whittington, a poor boy who dreams of becoming a wealthy merchant. One day, Whittington meets a knight named Sans-Terre who is on the run from the law. The two become friends, and Whittington helps the knight evade capture. In return, Sans-Terre promises to help Whittington achieve his dreams. Whittington soon finds himself working for the Vintners' Company, a powerful guild of wine merchants. He works hard and impresses his employers with his dedication and intelligence. With the help of Sans-Terre, Whittington rises through the ranks of the Vintners' Company and becomes a wealthy and respected member of society. However, Whittington's success is threatened when Sans-Terre is captured by the authorities. Whittington must use all his wits and resources to save his friend and protect his own reputation. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious hermit who offers him guidance and wisdom. ""Whittington and the Knight Sans-Terre or The Hermit of Tottenham"" is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the pursuit of wealth and success. It offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval England and the world of guilds and merchants.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.
