| Black Horses for the King Contributor(s): McCaffrey, Anne (Author) |
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ISBN: 0152063781 ISBN-13: 9780152063788 Publisher: Clarion Books OUR PRICE: $7.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2008 Annotation: "This fast-moving historical fantasy by bestselling author Anne McCaffrey traces the beginnings of the British cavalry, as recounted by a boy growing up in exciting and perilous times. After his father's death, young Galwyn Varianus is apprenticed to his uncle, who puts the boy to work on the high seas. But horses, not ships, are Galwyn's passion. Luckily, a passenger aboard, Lord Artos (later to rule as the legendary King Arthur), is bound for the great horse fair at Septimania. Risking his life, Galwyn abandons his uncle to serve the gallant leader. Galywn's calming way with horses quickly impresses Lord Artos and his men. But what no one expects is how crucial Galwyn will be to their upcoming battles--as he masters the secrets of the iron shoes that will protect the exotic horses' delicate hooves. . . . |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Fiction | Fantasy - General - Young Adult Fiction | Legends, Myths, Fables - Arthurian - Young Adult Fiction | Historical - Europe |
| Dewey: FIC |
| LCCN: 95-36366 |
| Lexile Measure: 1030 |
| Series: Magic Carpet Books |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 4.2" W x 6.9" (0.35 lbs) 240 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 14453 Reading Level: 6.9 Interest Level: Upper Grades Point Value: 8.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Galwyn, the son of a bankrupt and dishonored aristocrat, has always had an ear for languages. So when Lord Artos--later known as King Arthur--needs an interpreter to help him buy large horses to breed a troop strong enough to carry armed warriors against the Saxon invaders, Galwyn gets a chance to redeem his father's honor and make a name for himself. Includes an author's note.. |
Contributor Bio(s): McCaffrey, Anne: - ANNE McCAFFREY is one of the most popular fantasy authors writing today, and she is the first woman to have won both the Hugo and the Nebula Awards. Her many bestselling novels in the Dragonriders of Pern series include three for young readers, two of which were chosen as ALA Best Books for Young Adults. Born in Boston, Anne McCaffrey now lives in Ireland. www.annemccaffrey.net |