Set in the Middle Ages, this classic Flemish novel tells the story of a heroic blacksmith who leads the resistance against foreign invaders. Written in 1838 by Belgian author Hendrik Conscience, this edition features a new introduction and notes about the author and the cultural historical context of the novel.

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