Pelayo: Or, the Cavern of Covadonga. a Romance (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781021355164)

This classic romance novel tells the story of Pelayo, a knight from the mountainous region of Asturias in northwestern Spain, who falls in love with the beautiful Ermesinda. But their love is threatened by the Moors, who seek to conquer their land and convert its people to Islam. Ritchie's vivid descriptions of the rugged Asturian landscape and the desperate battles against the invaders make for a thrilling read.

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