Penman, Sharon
The Land Beyond the Sea
- ISBN 13:
- 9781447287551
- author:
- Penman, Sharon
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Pan Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 912
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 13 x 5.8 centimeters (0.6
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Action & Adventure, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Land Beyond the Sea by Sharon Penman is an epic tale of drama and battle, set in the Kingdom of Jerusalem. In 1099, the First Crusade captured the city from the Saracens, marking the beginning of a new era for this young realm. The story follows Baldwin IV, a young king struggling to maintain peace amidst rival factions, fierce political deception, and the ever-present threat of war. Baldwin's reign is complicated by his own affliction - leprosy - which has plagued him since childhood. As he navigates the treacherous landscape of royal politics, he must rely on a few trusted allies, including Archbishop William of Tyre and Lord Balian d'Ibelin. But with Saladin, leader of the Saracen army, launching a campaign to reclaim the sacred land, Baldwin's future is far from certain. As tensions escalate, the fate of Outremer hangs in the balance. This gripping historical novel explores the clash of cultures that defined this pivotal moment in history, and the personal struggles of those who lived through it.
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