Shield of Three Lions by Pamela Kaufman

shelf wearThe first novel in the Alix of Wanthwaite series, by bestselling author Pamela Kaufman.Eleven-year-old Alix is the daughter of the baron of Wanthwaite, whose lands along the Scottish border are among the best in England. But when her family is killed and her lands seized, Alix is forced to flee from the only home she's ever known. Her one hope of restoring her inheritance is to plead her case to King Richard the Lion Heart, who is far away in France, preparing to go on his Crusade. Alix resolves to follow him. She cuts her hair, dresses as a boy, and takes the road south to London.
Disguised as a beautiful young boy, Alix is more than befriended by the handsome and mysterious King Richard, even becoming his favorite page. Their relationship sets tongues wagging and places Alix in considerable danger as the battle for Jerusalem unfolds.

UsedGood. This is a used book in GOOD condition. May have minor defects such as wearing to outside cover, a name written on inside cover, or a few notations throughout. Hardcover edition. Includes original dust jacket.

[ Edition: First ]. Good Condition. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] Publisher: Crown Publishers Pub Date: 12/12/1988 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 474

Random House Value Publishing. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Random House Value Publishing, 1988. Hardcover. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Random House Value Publishing, 1988. Hardcover. Good. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Random House Value Publishing, 1988. Hardcover. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Random House Value Publishing. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Crown Publishers, 1988-12-12. Hardcover. Good.

New York: Crown. Very Good/Very Good. 1983. First Edition. Hard Cover. 8vo - over 73/4" - 93/4" tall 0517551284 Used Light wear to corners.. Keywords: Fiction, Historical, Novel, Middle, Ages.