The Black Arrow a Tale of Two Roses (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163320082)

The Black Arrow: A Tale of Two Roses is a historical novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson. The story is set during the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars fought in England during the 15th century, between the House of Lancaster and the House of York.The book follows the story of young Dick Shelton, who is sent to live with his cruel and abusive uncle after his father dies. Shelton is caught up in the conflict between the two houses when he meets a mysterious man named Ellis Duckworth, who is seeking revenge against the House of York for the murder of his father.Together, Shelton and Duckworth join a group of rebels called the Black Arrow, who are fighting against the Yorkists. The two friends must navigate dangerous political alliances and treacherous enemies as they fight to overthrow the corrupt rulers and restore justice to the land.The Black Arrow is a thrilling adventure story filled with action, romance, and intrigue. Stevenson's vivid descriptions of medieval life and the brutal realities of war bring the story to life, while his engaging characters and gripping plot keep readers on the edge of their seats. This classic novel is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and adventure stories alike.1921. From the writer of Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, comes another tale of adventure. This book involves a young Englishman, Dick Shelton, who, in his quest to avenge the death of his father, becomes involved in the band of the Black Arrow and the events of the War of the Roses. 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.

Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
ISBN-10: 1163320080
ISBN-13: 9781163320082
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 342
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.48lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d