The Last Crusade by George H. Smith
The Last Crusade is a historical novel written by George H. Smith that tells the story of the final crusade to Jerusalem in the late 1200s. The book follows the journey of Sir William de Montferrat, a knight who sets out on a quest to reclaim the Holy Land from the Muslims. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including battles with enemy forces, treacherous terrain, and political intrigue within his own ranks. Despite these difficulties, Sir William remains steadfast in his mission and ultimately succeeds in achieving his goal. The book is a compelling tale of adventure, courage, and faith that offers readers a glimpse into the world of medieval crusaders.
By George H. Smith · First published 1987 · Genre: Science Fiction, War, Dystopian · 6,004 words
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_It was part of a picture in part of a building that had once been the Louvre. And somewhere back in his lost memory, it was also a name for "Whitey"._
"Julius Caesar named this place 'Lutetia Parisiorum', which means 'the mud town of the Parissii'. Later on people got around to calling it 'the city of light," Marty Coleman was saying.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George H. Smith
- Date: 1987 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, War, Dystopian, Political, Psychological
- Length: 6,004 words
- Structure: 1 section, 157 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The story features futuristic technology such as mecho-armor and disruptor bombs, set in a dystopian future with ongoing warfare.
- War — The narrative revolves around soldiers in a war-torn setting, focusing on battles, military life, and the psychological effects of war.
- Dystopian — The setting is a bleak, war-ravaged world with oppressive regimes and a sense of hopelessness, characteristic of dystopian themes.
- Political — The story explores themes of propaganda, brainwashing, and the manipulation of soldiers by political powers.
Tags
crusade · history · religion · Christianity · Islam · medieval · conflict · warfare · politics · culture · faith · tolerance