Talismani by Walter Scott
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About this eBook
| Author | Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
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| Title | Talismani |
| Note | Reading ease score: 32.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Talisman_(Scott_novel) |
| Credits | Produced by Matti Järvinen and Distributed Proofreaders Europe |
| Summary | "Talismani" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book centers around a Christian knight, Sir Kenneth, also known as the Leopard, who is participating in the crusades in Palestine during a time of religious conflict and cultural exchange between Christians and Muslims. As the story unfolds, the novel explores themes of honor, bravery, and the complexities of rivalry and friendship amidst war. The opening of "Talismani" introduces readers to the intense heat and desolation of the Syrian desert, where Sir Kenneth, clad in heavy armor, rides alone near the shores of the Dead Sea. The chapter chronicles his memories of battles and the deep sense of weariness and thirst he feels. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a Saracen knight, a potential foe. However, instead of engaging in immediate conflict, the two warriors engage in a fierce but respectful exchange, agreeing to a temporary truce. This initial meeting sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their characters and the duality of their roles as both enemies in the broader context of the crusades and allies in their shared humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Crusades -- Third, 1189-1192 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29974 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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