The Talisman by Sir Walter Scott, Fiction, Literary, (Paperback)

from DinadansFriend

An early nineteenth century combat novel, it also lays down the stereotypes of several Third Crusade personalities. It is also a hatchet job on the character and motives of a serious man of action, Conrad of Montferrat, who is worthy of more respect in the English-speaking world. Read several tim...

from Pondlife

I found the plot a bit too thin for a novel, and it's fairly predictable. Also the various disguises stretch credulity to the limit. It's worth reading, but I think Ivanhoe is a much better novel in comparison.

from Meredy

Six-word review: Treachery and chivalry among crusading knights. Extended review: An old-fashioned adventure starring a young Scottish knight, his aristocratic lady fair, King Richard the Lion Heart, Sultan Saladin, and a cast of thousands. Honor and chivalry! Treachery and conspiracy! Combat and...

from charlie68

An engrossing story to listen to well read by the narrator.

from Benedict8

I loved this book.