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I really enjoyed The Talisman. The Scottish Knight and the Moslem of many, many disguises. The story has everything with romance, chivalry, treason, intrigue and a brave dog. Richard the Lion heart comes across as a volatile, quick tempered and not to bright King. In contrast, Soltan is the exact opposite.
The backdrop of the Dead Sea and desert is evocative with hermits and the rag tail crusaders with their heads of state insecurities over Richards leadership and fame. Once again Scott has used ...more
The backdrop of the Dead Sea and desert is evocative with hermits and the rag tail crusaders with their heads of state insecurities over Richards leadership and fame. Once again Scott has used ...more
An interesting tale set towards the end of the Third Crusade. Many interesting characters including real-life ones; Richard the Lionheart and Saladin. I gave the book 3.5 stars and bumped it up to 4 stars for a sympathetic portrayal of the Muslim, Saladin. Scott is one of the most just of authors I have come across.
This is my 7th Scott novel, my favourite so far being The Heart of Midlothian. I think The Bride of Lammermoor will be my next Scott read. ...more
This is my 7th Scott novel, my favourite so far being The Heart of Midlothian. I think The Bride of Lammermoor will be my next Scott read. ...more
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