Quentin Durward - (Mint Editions) by Sir Walter Scott (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Quentin Durward, an archer and mercenary, gains the favor of Louis XI of France and the love of the beautiful Burgundian heiress, Isabelle de Croye.</b> This is a captivating tale full of action, adventure and unexpected challenge. A poor Scotsman named Quentin Durward travels to France to find military work. He joins the royal party of King Louis XI, who is at odds with Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy. When the king is attacked by a boar, Quentin leaps into action and saves his life. This leads to a fateful assignment that will change his life forever. Quentin is charged with protecting Isabelle de Croye, an heiress being targeted by Charles. While together, Quentin and Isabelle unexpectedly fall in love, upsetting the duke's treacherous plans.<i>Quentin Durward</i> is a historical novel driven by larger-than-life characters. Each one plays a pivotal role in the layered narrative. Like many of Scott's works, <i>Quentin Durward</i> balances action, morality and an unforgettable story. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of <i>Quentin Durward</i> is both modern and readable.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>A Scottish archer is caught in a power struggle between Louis XI and Charles the Bold. <i>Quentin Durward</i>, by <b> Sir Walter Scott</b>, is a compelling tale about corruption and greed in fifteenth-century France. Originally published in 1823, the novel is considered one of the author's most critically acclaimed works.</p>
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