Publisher's Synopsis
The Monk's Revenge or The Secret Enemy: A Tale of the Later Crusades is a historical novel written by Samuel Spring and published in 1860. The story is set during the Crusades, a series of religious wars fought between Christians and Muslims in the Middle East during the 11th to 13th centuries. The novel follows the story of a young knight named Sir Walter de Courcy who is sent to fight in the Holy Land. During his journey, he meets a mysterious monk who seems to have a personal vendetta against him. As he fights in the Crusades, Sir Walter must also confront his own inner demons and face the consequences of his actions.The novel explores themes of revenge, betrayal, and redemption, as well as the religious and political tensions of the time. It also provides a vivid depiction of the battles and daily life of the Crusaders, as well as the cultural differences between the East and West.Overall, The Monk's Revenge or The Secret Enemy is a gripping tale of adventure, intrigue, and personal growth set against the backdrop of one of the most significant periods in world history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
