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Pagan's Crusade
Book One in the Pagan Chronicles
Series: THE PAGAN CHRONICLES
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Pagan's Crusade is the first of five books in the Pagan Chronicles.
'Humour, romance, adventure, violence - who would have thought Medieval Jerusalem could be so much fun?'- Lili Wilkinson, Centre for Youth Literature
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Wham! So here I am, standing in a sea of dirt, with a big mad Templar lobbing rocks at my head. Wham! Like some kind of martyr. Wham! He throws like a catapult.
'All right, Pagan, that's enough.' (I should damn well think so.) 'Do you see what your problem is?'
Wait - don't tell me. You are.
It's twelfth-century Jerusalem, the time of the Crusades. Shrewd and scrappy Pagan has been plucked from the streets to work for Lord Roland, a Templar knight. Set against a background of mounting tension as Saladin's infidels close in on the Holy City, Pagan's Crusade is an exciting and exuberant tale of medieval adventure.
Catherine Jinks masterfully intertwines thrilling action with a deeply personal story as Roland emerges as both mentor and friend for the orphaned Pagan. An engaging, moving and thoroughly satisfying experience.
'What a romp! Not since Don Quixote took up with Sancho Panza has a knight had a squire like Pagan Kidrouk.' -- Voice of Youth Advocates
Series: THE PAGAN CHRONICLES
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Pagan's Crusade
Wham! So here I am, standing in a sea of dirt, with a big mad Templar lobbing rocks at my head. Wham! Like some kind of martyr. Wham! He throws like a catapult. 'All right, Pagan, that's enough.' (I should damn well think so.) 'Do you see what your problem is?' Wait - don't tell me. You are. It's twelfth-century...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Pagan's Crusade by Catherine Jinks transforms medieval history into an engaging tale laced with humour, as noted by various reviews. The protagonist, Pagan Kidrouk, is praised for his wit, loyalty, and spirited narration, which brings Jerusalem's medieval setting to life. The book delivers a balanced mix of comedy and adventure, making the crusades unexpectedly entertaining.
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ISBN: 9781741752311
Publisher: A&U Children's
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 July 2007
Country: Australia
Imprint: A&U Children
Audience: Children, Teenage
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Width: 130.0mm
Height: 195.0mm
Weight: 176g
Pages: 192
About the Author
CATHERINE JINKS is a scholar of medieval history and a prolific author for teenagers, children and adults. Her books have been published to wide acclaim in Australia and overseas and have won numerous awards. She loves reading, history, films, TV and gossip, and says she could write for eight hours straight every day if she had the chance. Catherine lives in the Blue Mountains of NSW with her husband and daughter.
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