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by James Grant
THE SCOTTISH CAVALIER.
CHAPTER I. LES GARDES ECOSSAIS.
CHAPTER II. THE GLOVE.
CHAPTER III. A BALL IN THE OLDEN TIME.
CHAPTER IV. TWO LOVES FOR ONE HEART.
CHAPTER V. BEATRIX GILRUTH.
CHAPTER VI. THE SEDAN.
CHAPTER VII. ADVENTURES OF THE NIGHT CONCLUDED.
CHAPTER VIII. THE FENCING LESSON.
CHAPTER IX. THE LUCKENBOOTHS.
Set amid the fervor of the thirteenth‑century Crusades, the tale follows a band of Scottish warriors who become the trusted body‑guard of King Louis IX of France. The narrative weaves the grandeur of medieval battlefields with intimate moments in royal courts, where the Scots earn a place beside the throne and forge a legacy of honor that will echo through centuries. As the knights navigate sieges, political intrigue, and the harsh realities of distant lands, their loyalty is tested by both foreign enemies and the weight of their own traditions.
Against this backdrop of chivalry and duty, a youthful Scottish noble finds his personal path tangled with love and ambition. He must balance the expectations of his forebears with a heart that longs for something beyond the sword. The early chapters promise a vivid portrait of courage, cultural exchange, and the simmering romance that blossoms amid the clangor of armor and the whispers of courtly intrigue.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (384K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Al Haines
Release date
2021-08-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1822–1887
A prolific Scottish storyteller, he turned military life and Scottish history into fast-moving popular fiction. His novels mix adventure, romance, and a strong sense of place, making him a vivid voice of 19th-century historical fiction.
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