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Louis L’Amour transports readers beyond his celebrated American West into the distant frontier of the 12th‑century Eastern Mediterranean. The novel centers on Kerbouchard—warrior, lover, scholar—whose quest for knowledge and vengeance leads him through the political intrigues of Europe, the bustling streets of Constantinople, the vast Russian steppes, and ultimately the formidable fortress of the Valley of Assassins. Amid battles, political intrigue, and daring adventures, L’Amour delivers a vivid historical epic that echoes the suspense and excitement of his Western tales.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: Louis L'Amour
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