The Tavern Knight by 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
Contents
- Chapter 1: On the March
- Chapter 2: Arcades Ambo
- Chapter 3: The Letter
- Chapter 4: At the Sign of the Mitre
- Chapter 5: After Worcester Field
- Chapter 6: Companions in Misfortune
- Chapter 7: The Tavern Knight's Story
- Chapter 8: The Twisted Bar
- Chapter 9: The Bargain
- Chapter 10: The Escape
- Chapter 11: The Ashburns
- Chapter 12: The House That Was Roland Marleigh's
- Chapter 13: The Metamorphosis of Kenneth
- Chapter 14: The Heart of Cynthia Ashburn
- Chapter 15: Joseph's Return
- Chapter 16: The Reckoning
- Chapter 17: Joseph Drives a Bargain
- Chapter 18: Counter-plot
- Chapter 19: The Interrupted Journey
- Chapter 20: The Converted Hogan
- Chapter 21: The Message Kenneth Bore
- Chapter 22: Sir Crispin's Undertaking
- Chapter 23: Gregory's Attrition
- Chapter 24: The Wooing of Cynthia
- Chapter 25: Cynthia's Flight
- Chapter 26: To France
- Chapter 27: The Auberge Du Soleil
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