Tales Of The Crusaders V2: The Betrothed is a historical fiction novel written by the renowned Scottish author, Sir Walter Scott. The book was first published in 1825 and is the second volume in the Tales Of The Crusaders series. The story is set in the 12th century and follows the journey of a young Saxon nobleman named Wilfred of Ivanhoe. Wilfred is in love with his childhood sweetheart, Lady Rowena, but their love is forbidden because of their different social statuses. Wilfred is determined to win Rowena's hand in marriage, but his plans are disrupted when he is captured by the Normans during a battle. While in captivity, Wilfred meets a mysterious woman named Rebecca, who is also being held captive. Rebecca is a Jewish healer and is despised by the Normans because of her religion. Despite their differences, Wilfred and Rebecca form a bond and she helps him escape from captivity. As Wilfred continues his quest to win Rowena's hand, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles. He must navigate the complex political landscape of medieval England, fight in battles, and overcome the prejudices of his society. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of love, loyalty, and honor. Tales Of The Crusaders V2: The Betrothed is a captivating and thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and historical intrigue. Sir Walter Scott's vivid descriptions of medieval England and his complex characters make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
