-The Story of Roland*

W 1930 James Baldwin, illustrated by Peter Hurd

Notes

The Story of Roland by James Baldwin retells the medieval legend of Roland, a heroic knight in Charlemagne's court. The book brings to life Roland's bravery, loyalty, and tragic fate during the Battle of Roncevaux Pass. Baldwin's version is an accessible and engaging introduction to this epic tale, capturing the essence of chivalry and heroism from the age of knights and legends. Baldwin wrote it as part of his series of adaptations of classic tales, aimed at making these stories accessible and engaging for younger readers. The language is clear and the themes, while dealing with heroism and adventure, are presented in a way that is appropriate for children. It's a great introduction to medieval legends and chivalric tales for young readers.

Description

Black canvas hardback edition with gold embossed lettering on the spine and a beautiful illustration on the front cover of two knights fighting in a forest. High quality deckle edge paper with several illustrations throughout. In excellent condition overall.