Richard The Brazen (1906)

Richard The Brazen is a historical fiction novel written by Cyrus Townsend Brady and published in 1906. The story is set in the 12th century and follows the life of Richard the Lionheart, King of England. The novel explores Richard's military campaigns, his relationships with his family and allies, and his personal struggles as a leader.The book begins with Richard's coronation as King of England and his subsequent departure for the Holy Land to participate in the Third Crusade. Along the way, Richard faces numerous challenges, including battles with Saladin's army and political intrigue within his own court. The novel also delves into Richard's personal life, including his relationship with his mother, Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, and his complicated love affair with Berengaria of Navarre.Throughout the novel, Brady paints a vivid picture of medieval life, including the customs, language, and politics of the time. The novel also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and duty, as Richard struggles to balance his responsibilities as a king with his personal desires and ambitions.Overall, Richard The Brazen is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in European history.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.