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The Heart of the Lion

(1977)
(The third book in the Plantagenet Saga series)
A novel by

 
 
Richard the Lionheart, regarded as one of England's most romantic monarchs.Henry II has died, and his son Richard comes to the throne, vowing to winback Jerusalem for Christianity. Despite his brother John covetously lookingat the throne, Richard willingly puts his kingdom in jeoprady to fulfill hispromise! One of the most well-known kings in England's history left hiscountry and was rarely there. He preferred, instead, to go on his Crusadeswith Louis of France -- while his betrothed, Berengaria, anxiously awaitsher beloved's return.


Genre: Historical

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