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Crusade Elizabeth Laird

Crusade By Elizabeth Laird

Crusade by Elizabeth Laird


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Summary

Two boys from opposing worlds come face to face in this thought-provoking historical adventure from a highly acclaimed author.

Crusade Summary

Crusade by Elizabeth Laird

Crusade is a richly detailed historical adventure, from Carnegie shortlisted author, Elizabeth Laird.

Two boys. Two faiths. One unholy war . . .

When Adam's mother dies unconfessed, he pledges to save her soul with dust from the Holy Land. Employed as a dog-boy for the local knight, Adam grabs the chance to join the Crusade to reclaim Jerusalem. He burns with determination to strike down the infidel enemy . . .

Salim, a merchant's son, is leading an uneventful life in the port of Acre - until news arrives that a Crusader attack is imminent. To keep Salim safe, his father buys him an apprenticeship with an esteemed, travelling doctor. But Salim's employment leads him to the heart of Sultan Saladin's camp - and into battle against the barbaric and unholy invaders . . .

Crusade Reviews

Expertly researched, vividly told' * Publishing News *

About Elizabeth Laird

Elizabeth Laird is the multi-award-winning author of several much-loved children's books, including The Garbage King, The Prince Who Walked with Lions and The Fastest Boy in the World. She has been shortlisted for the prestigious CILIP Carnegie Medal six times. She lives in Britain now, but still likes to travel as much as she can.

Additional information

GOR008935780
9781509802968
1509802967
Crusade by Elizabeth Laird
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Pan Macmillan
20160728
400
Short-listed for The CILIP Carnegie Medal 2008 (UK) Short-listed for Costa Children's Book Award 2008 (UK)
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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