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Synopsis
The father of the historical novel, Sir Walter Scott invented a literary form that has remained popular for over one hundred and fifty years. Infusing his works with romance, action, and suspense, he brought long-gone eras back to life with splendor and spectacle.Set in England just after the Third Crusade, Ivanhoe is the tale of Wilfrid, a young Saxon knight, and his love for the royal princess Rowena. With his father against their union, Wilfrid embarks on a series of adventures to prove his worth, finding himself in conflict against the Normans and the Templars, and allied with such larger-than-life figures as Robin Hood and Richard the Lion Hearted. A timeless story of courage, chivalry, and courtly love, Ivanhoe is a grand epic, and its place in classical literature is assured.
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Is Ivanhoe appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 12 and up.
This classic historical romance contains medieval combat and tournament violence but no graphic detail, and courtly romance with no sexual content. The language and themes are accessible to mature middle-grade and YA readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include violence and class struggle.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the knights, battles, Robin Hood, and a hero fighting for his forbidden love against impossible odds.