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Set against the backdrop of the Crusades, this adventure follows a spirited fifteen‑year‑old as he journeys through the Holy Land and beyond. Along the way he encounters a powerful sultan, a regal princess, a wise hermit, and cunning pirates, each adding intrigue to his quest for courage and understanding.
First publish date: 1880
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: G. A. Henty
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