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Jerusalem -- History -- Latin Kingdom, 1099-1244 -- Fiction Books
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Walter Scott
The Talisman
"The Talisman" by Walter Scott is a historical novel published in 1825. Set during the Third Crusade, it follows Sir Kenneth, a Scottish knight who encounters a mysterious Saracen emir on the road to a hermit's cave. As Richard the Lionheart lies ill and tensions flare among Christian leaders, Kenneth becomes entangled in court intrigue, assassination plots, and stolen banners. With his identity concealed and honor at stake, he must navigate the complex relationship between Richard and the legendary Sultan Saladin while pursuing his forbidden love for Lady Edith.
Benjamin Disraeli
Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity
"Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity" by Benjamin Disraeli is a novel originally published in 1833. This fictionalised tale follows young David Alroy, who flees after killing a governor and embarks on a quest to find Solomon's sceptre and restore Jewish greatness. His journey leads him through desert dangers, forbidden love with a caliph's daughter, and military triumph. But as ambition clashes with tradition and loyalty fractures, Alroy must face whether personal desire can coexist with his destined role as liberator.
Walter Scott
De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhard in Palestina
"De Talisman; of, Richard Leeuwenhard in Palestina" by Walter Scott is a novel published in 1825. Set during the Third Crusade, it follows Sir Kenneth, a Scottish knight who encounters a mysterious Saracen Emir on the road to a hermit's cave. When Kenneth is entrusted to guard King Richard's banner but is lured away, the flag is stolen and he faces banishment. Disguised as a slave, he must uncover the traitor while navigating the complex politics between Christian crusaders and the formidable Sultan Saladin.
Benjamin Disraeli
Alroy: Romani
"Alroy: Romani" by Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin Disraeli is a novel originally published in 1833. This fictionalised account follows David Alroy, an 18-year-old Jewish prince in the 12th-century Middle East who is destined to restore his people to greatness. After fleeing persecution, Alroy embarks on a quest for Solomon's sceptre, leading to military triumphs and the conquest of Baghdad. Yet his forbidden love for a Muslim princess and political betrayals threaten to destroy everything he has achieved in his ambitious campaign.
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