The Talisman
by Walter Scott
- First published
- 1825
- Reading level
- Fairly demanding
- Price
- Free
About the book
"The Talisman" by Walter Scott is a historical novel published in 1825. Set during the Third Crusade, it follows Sir Kenneth, a Scottish knight who encounters a mysterious Saracen emir on the road to a hermit's cave. As Richard the Lionheart lies ill and tensions flare among Christian leaders, Kenneth becomes entangled in court intrigue, assassination plots, and stolen banners. With his identity concealed and honor at stake, he must navigate the complex relationship between Richard and the legendary Sultan Saladin while pursuing his forbidden love for Lady Edith.
- Historical fiction
- Knights and knighthood
- Crusades
- Jerusalem
- Richard I, King of England, 1157-1199
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #1377. The Talisman on Wikipedia.
