Crusade
Crusade by Elizabeth Laird, published by Macmillan Children’s in 2008, is a historical adventure that explores the lives of two boys from opposing faiths during a tumultuous period. This reprint edition spans 389 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Adam, who, driven by the desire to save his mother’s soul, joins the Crusade to reclaim Jerusalem, and Salim, a merchant’s son whose life takes a dramatic turn as he faces the impending threat of a Crusader attack.
Readers will find a thought-provoking exploration of action and adventure set against a backdrop of medieval military conflict. The story delves into the complexities of faith and loyalty as Adam and Salim navigate their respective paths, ultimately confronting the realities of war. Through their journeys, the book presents themes of courage and the moral dilemmas faced during the Crusades, inviting readers to reflect on the historical context and the human experiences intertwined within it.
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Two boys, two faiths, one unholy war–two boys from opposing worlds come face to face in a thought-provoking historical adventure When Adam’s mother dies unconfessed, he pledges to save her soul with dust from the Holy Land. Employed as a dog-boy for the local knight, Adam grabs the chance to join the Crusade to reclaim Jerusalem. He burns with determination to strike down the infidel enemy. Salim, a merchant’s son, is leading an uneventful life in the port of Acre–until news arrives that a Crusader attack is imminent. To keep Salim safe, his father buys him an apprenticeship with an esteemed traveling doctor. But Salim’s employment leads him to the heart of Sultan Saladin’s camp–and into battle against the barbaric and unholy invaders.
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