The Tavern Knight by Rafael Sabatini

Name: The Tavern Knight
Author: Rafael Sabatini

The novel is set in England during the reign of King Charles II. It follows the adventures of Sir John Mallory, a former Cavalier who has been reduced to a life of poverty and obscurity. He is determined to restore his fortunes and reclaim his lost honor, and so he sets out on a quest to find the legendary Tavern Knight, a mysterious figure who is said to possess a great fortune. Along the way, Sir John encounters a variety of colorful characters, including highwaymen, smugglers, and a beautiful young woman who may hold the key to his quest. He also finds himself embroiled in a dangerous plot involving a secret society and a powerful nobleman. Will Sir John succeed in his quest? Will he be able to reclaim his lost honor? Read The Tavern Knight to find out!

By Rafael Sabatini · First published 1904 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 27 chapters · 70,825 words

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He whom they called the Tavern Knight laughed an evil laugh - such a laugh as might fall from the lips of Satan in a sardonic moment.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Rafael Sabatini
Date: 1904 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Fantasy
Length: 70,825 words
Structure: 27 chapters, 2,517 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The Tavern Knight is set in 17th century England and follows the story of a man who is a former soldier and is now a tavern keeper.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, encountering a variety of characters and situations along the way.
Romance — The protagonist falls in love with a woman he meets on his journey, and the story follows their relationship as they face various obstacles.
Fantasy — The story contains elements of fantasy, such as magical creatures and supernatural events.