Men of Iron (LARGE PRINT EDITION)
| AUTHOR | Pyle, Howard |
| PUBLISHER | Kessinger Publishing (02/01/2011) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) (LARGE PRINT) |
Description
Men of Iron is a classic historical fiction novel written by Howard Pyle. This large print edition of the book is perfect for those who have difficulty reading smaller fonts. The story is set in medieval England and follows the life of a young knight named Myles Falworth. Myles is the son of a disgraced nobleman who has been stripped of his title and lands. Despite this, Myles is determined to become a knight and restore his family's honor. He is sent to a training academy for knights where he faces many challenges and obstacles. Along the way, he makes friends, enemies, and falls in love. The novel is filled with adventure, romance, and action as Myles navigates his way through the world of knights and chivalry. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and tales of knights and honor.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1891. Illustrated by the author. Pyle is best known for the children's books that he wrote and illustrated. It is from his famous Book of Pirates that our present-day concept of pirates has come. School children still read his Men of Iron, The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, and many other tales. In Men of Iron young Myles Falworth wins a reputation for courage and independence while still in training at the castle of the great Earl of Mackworth. But one day he discovers that his blind father had been condemned for treason and is still being hunted by a powerful enemy who is close to the King. To challenge the King's champion means certain death. Should he risk all to win back his family's honor? See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
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Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781169845978
ISBN-10:
1169845975
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
372
Carton Quantity:
10
Product Dimensions:
8.50 x 0.88 x 11.00 inches
Weight:
2.53 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Large Print
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
History | Social History
History | General
Grade Level:
3rd Grade
- 7th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
9
Point Value:
13
Interest Level:
Middle Grade
Dewey Decimal:
FIC
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Men of Iron is a classic historical fiction novel written by Howard Pyle. This large print edition of the book is perfect for those who have difficulty reading smaller fonts. The story is set in medieval England and follows the life of a young knight named Myles Falworth. Myles is the son of a disgraced nobleman who has been stripped of his title and lands. Despite this, Myles is determined to become a knight and restore his family's honor. He is sent to a training academy for knights where he faces many challenges and obstacles. Along the way, he makes friends, enemies, and falls in love. The novel is filled with adventure, romance, and action as Myles navigates his way through the world of knights and chivalry. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and tales of knights and honor.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1891. Illustrated by the author. Pyle is best known for the children's books that he wrote and illustrated. It is from his famous Book of Pirates that our present-day concept of pirates has come. School children still read his Men of Iron, The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, and many other tales. In Men of Iron young Myles Falworth wins a reputation for courage and independence while still in training at the castle of the great Earl of Mackworth. But one day he discovers that his blind father had been condemned for treason and is still being hunted by a powerful enemy who is close to the King. To challenge the King's champion means certain death. Should he risk all to win back his family's honor? See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
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Author:
Pyle, Howard
Howard Pyle was a successful American author and illustrator, many of whose books are aimed at younger readers. After only a few formal lessons in artistic techniques, Pyle initially began his career creating illustrations for magazines, finally publishing his first work in Harper s Weekly at the age of twenty-five. Pyle s career took off, and he was soon creating his own stories and publishing illustrated books for children. His most famous work is The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, which was the first cohesive retelling of the medieval legend of Robin Hood. His other famous works include Men of Iron, a tale about knighthood, and a four-volume collection about King Arthur. Howard Pyle died in Florence in 1911 at the age of fifty-eight.
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