Falconer's Crusade by Ian Morson
"Falconer's Crusade" by Ian Morson follows the protagonist, a falconer named Sir Hugh, as he embarks on a perilous journey during the Crusades. Set against the backdrop of the Holy Land, the narrative intertwines themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of faith. Sir Hugh navigates political intrigue, personal conflicts, and the harsh realities of war while striving to fulfill his mission and protect those he cares about. The story explores the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in a time of religious fervor and conflict.
By Ian Morson · First published 1991 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 16 chapters · 59,898 words
First lines
The crude bird-shaped thing flipped in the air and plummeted to the ground at the foot of the tower. It splintered into pieces on the icy, hard earth. At the top of the tower, a face peered out over the parapet and then disappeared. Eventually the man emerged through a door at the foot of the Great Keep fortifying the west end of Oxford and began to cast around in search of the artefact he had launched from the tower. He walked in ever greater circles out from the yellow stone walls until his foot crunched on a piece of the debris. He sighed as he picked up the evidence of his continuing failure to emulate the simplest of God's creatures. He still could not mimic the birds' skill of flight, and he turned the hide and stick construction over in his hands. It had been a long day for Regent Master William Falconer.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Ian Morson
- Date: 1991 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller, Fantasy
- Length: 59,898 words
- Structure: 16 chapters, 1,172 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in a historical context and explores events and characters from the past.
- Adventure — The plot involves a quest or journey, typical of adventure narratives.
- Mystery — Elements of intrigue and investigation are present, driving the plot forward.
- Thriller — The narrative includes suspenseful and tension-filled moments that engage the reader.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Medieval Setting · Adventure · Quest Narrative · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Personal Growth · Friendship · Loyalty · Betrayal · Power Struggle · Social Hierarchy
Contents
- CHAPTER 1
- CHAPTER 2
- CHAPTER 3
- CHAPTER 4
- CHAPTER 5
- CHAPTER 6
- CHAPTER 7
- CHAPTER 8
- CHAPTER 9
- CHAPTER 10
- CHAPTER 11
- CHAPTER 12
- CHAPTER 13
- CHAPTER 14
- CHAPTER 15
- Epilogue