The Saracen: Land of the Infidel by Robert Shea
"The Saracen: Land of the Infidel" by Robert Shea is a historical novel written in the late 20th century. The story unfolds in the 13th century, a time characterized by the tension between Christian and Muslim territories, as it follows Daoud ibn Abdallah, a young warrior and Mameluke, who is sent on a covert mission to Christian Italy. Alongside him is Sophia, an adaptable courtesan, navigating the complexities of a divided world
influenced by religious strife and political intrigue. The opening of the novel introduces Daoud, who has traveled a long and arduous journey to reach Lucera, a city predominantly inhabited by Muslims within a Christian realm. His sense of isolation and dread is palpable as he prepares for a clandestine meeting with King Manfred's chancellor. The narrative heightens when Daoud faces immediate suspicion upon arrival, showcasing the challenges of his dual identity as both a warrior for Islam and a face among Christians. As tensions rise, the reader is drawn into a world rife with danger, stirring characters, and a quest that may determine the fate of civilizations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Shea, Robert, 1933-1994 |
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| Title | The Saracen: Land of the Infidel |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Saracen |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28515 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Copyrighted. Read the copyright notice inside this book for details. |
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