Knights’ Tales: The Knight of Sticks and Straw

Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing
| Author:
Terry Deary
| Language:
English
| Format:
Paperback
Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing
Author:
Terry Deary
Language:
English
Format:
Paperback

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ‘the outstanding children’s non-fiction author of the 2th century’ by Books For Keeps ____________________ Spain, 199 Cristina is a serving girl at the palace of Valencia, and she has a reputation for being cowardly. El Cid, King Alfonso’s greatest knight, is a master of terror. Tomorrow he marches on the blood thirsty Berbers at the city gates, and Cristina must lead him into battle under very strange circumstances… can she find the courage to take the reins and save the day? An unusual tale, based on a real medieval knight, this story is full of Terry Deary’s dark humour and dry wit. ____________________Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue….just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers’ interest in all things historical.’ Books For Keeps

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From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named ‘the outstanding children’s non-fiction author of the 2th century’ by Books For Keeps ____________________ Spain, 199 Cristina is a serving girl at the palace of Valencia, and she has a reputation for being cowardly. El Cid, King Alfonso’s greatest knight, is a master of terror. Tomorrow he marches on the blood thirsty Berbers at the city gates, and Cristina must lead him into battle under very strange circumstances… can she find the courage to take the reins and save the day? An unusual tale, based on a real medieval knight, this story is full of Terry Deary’s dark humour and dry wit. ____________________Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue….just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers’ interest in all things historical.’ Books For Keeps

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Terry Deary is the author of over 2 fiction and non-fiction books, which have been published in 4 languages. His Horrible Histories celebrated their 15th anniversary in 28, having sold over 25 million copies worldwide and been adapted as television series, theatre tours and museum exhibitions. Terry Deary was voted "Outstanding Children's Non-Fiction Author of the 2th Century" by Books for Keeps magazine.

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