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Sir Percival

Sir Percival

Joseph Henry Shorthouse

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9780548790069
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Sir Percival: A Story Of The Past And Of The Present is a novel written by Joseph Henry Shorthouse and published in 1887. The book is set in both the past and present, and tells the story of Sir Percival, a medieval knight, and his descendants in modern times. The novel explores themes of love, honor, and family, as the characters navigate their way through the challenges of their respective eras. In the past, Sir Percival is a valiant knight who embarks on a quest to save a damsel in distress, while in the present, his descendants struggle to maintain their family legacy and honor. The book is a blend of historical fiction and contemporary drama, and offers a unique perspective on the timeless themes of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice. Shorthouse’s writing style is characterized by its rich descriptions and vivid imagery, which bring the characters and settings to life. Overall, Sir Percival: A Story Of The Past And Of The Present is a captivating novel that transports readers to a world of chivalry, romance, and adventure.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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