The Talisman

Unique Elements Historical Context Detailed 19th Century Historical Map Explore the wonders and magic of this unforgettable classic and take an exhilarating step back in time! The Talisman by Scottish author Walter Scott is a book of literary fiction first published in 1825 in the United Kingdom. A celebrated classic filled with thrilling adventure. Excerpt ‘The burning sun of Syria had not yet attained its highest point in the horizon, when a knight of the Red Cross, who had left his distant northern home and joined the host of the Crusaders in Palestine, was pacing slowly along the sandy deserts which lie in the vicinity of the Dead Sea, or, as it is called, the Lake Asphaltites, where the waves of the Jordan pour themselves into an inland sea, from which there is no discharge of waters. The warlike pilgrim had toiled among cliffs and precipices during the earlier part of the morning. More lately, issuing from those rocky and dangerous defiles, he had entered upon that great plain, where the accursed cities provoked, in ancient days, the direct and dreadful vengeance of the Omnipotent.’ Synopsis The Talisman is a tale of the Crusades (a series of religious wars between Christians and Muslims, set in 1190 and beginning when there was a truce between the Saracens and King Richard the Lionheart. It is a tale of chivalry, violence, virtue, romance, and betrayal. It is one of Scott's most popular novels. A Stunning Reprint "A stunning reprint" At Ginger Classics, we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original author's publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic literature buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Title Details Original 1825 text Historical Fiction about the Crusades 5 x 8 in Matte Cover Cream Paper