The Lantern Bearers
The Lantern Bearers by Rosemary Sutcliff, published by Square Fish on November 9, 2010, is a reprint edition comprising 240 pages. This historical narrative unfolds in a time when the last remnants of the Roman army have departed from Britain, leaving the land vulnerable to civil unrest and Saxon threats. The story centers on Aquila, a young Legionnaire who chooses to desert his regiment to remain with his family, only to witness the destruction of his home and everything he holds dear.
Readers will find a tale rich in action and adventure as Aquila navigates years of hardship and conflict, driven by a singular desire for revenge. The book explores themes relevant to young adult fiction, particularly focusing on the experiences of boys and men in ancient civilizations. Sutcliff’s storytelling immerses readers in a tumultuous historical period, highlighting the struggles faced by individuals in the wake of societal collapse.
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Rosemary Sutcliff’s The Lantern Bearers is the winner of the 1959 Carnegie Medal in Literature.
The last of the Roman army have set sail and left Britain forever, abandoning it to civil war and the threat of a Saxon invasion. Aquila, a young Legionnaire, deserted his regiment to stay behind with his family, but his home and all that he loves are destroyed. Years of hardship and fighting follow, and in the end, there is only one thing left in Aquila’s life—his thirst for revenge . . .
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