The Naked Sword: A Novel of the Crusades

The Naked Sword: A Novel Of The Crusades is a historical fiction novel written by Anthea Mitchell. The book is set during the time of the Crusades, which were a series of religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims in the Middle East during the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries. The story follows the journey of a young English knight named Richard FitzSimon who travels to the Holy Land to fight in the Crusades. Richard is a skilled warrior with a fierce determination to uphold his honor and protect his comrades. As he fights alongside his fellow knights, Richard is faced with many challenges and obstacles, including the harsh desert terrain, deadly battles, and the conflicting loyalties of his fellow soldiers. Along the way, he also meets a beautiful Muslim woman named Zaynab, who challenges his beliefs and values. The novel is filled with action-packed battle scenes, political intrigue, and complex relationships. Through Richard's journey, the reader is transported to a time of great conflict and change in the world, and is given a glimpse into the lives of those who fought and died for their beliefs. Overall, The Naked Sword is a gripping and engaging novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, particularly those interested in the Crusades and medieval history.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.