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Set during the reign of Henry IV, the story follows a young squire named Oswald Forester who has grown weary of the relentless border wars that disrupt his everyday life. Sidelined by political strife, he joins the king’s cause while contending with danger on all fronts. As he leads a band of Welshmen in their struggle for autonomy, Forester faces moral dilemmas and questions his loyalty to the crown, relying on both intellect and strength to survive the challenges of war, diplomacy, and personal conviction.
First publish date: February 28, 2007
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: G. A. Henty
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