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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a poetic retelling of the medieval romance 'Sir Ferumbras', detailing the epic duel between the titular Saracen knight and the legendary crusader, Oliver, in the court of Charlemagne. Ferumbras, a giant Saracen warrior, challenges Charlemagne's knights to single combat. Despite being injured, the valiant Oliver accepts the challenge. Mocked by Ferumbras for his youthful appearance, Oliver reveals his identity, prompting Ferumbras to mock him further and demand that he return with a more formidable opponent. Challenged by Ferumbras' scorn, Oliver faces him in battle, wielding his sword Hauteclere against Ferumbras' massive mace. The battle rages for days, with neither warrior able to gain an advantage. Eventually, through divine intervention, Oliver triumphs over Ferumbras, converting him to Christianity. Combining adventure, chivalry, and faith, the story explores themes of courage, honor, and the power of belief. Through its vivid descriptions of battles and courtly life, the book transports readers to a bygone era, capturing the essence of medieval romance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333171100_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333171100
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)