by Geoffrey Trease
This is the famous tale of a young Cumberland lad’s stirring adventures in the closing years of the 16th century, when a Spanish “fifth column” was plotting against Queen Elizabeth. While excellent opportunities are offered in the story for detailed studies of such famous historical and literary figures as Sir Robert Cecil, Richard Burbage, and William Shakespeare the plot moves forward from chapter to chapter with a speed which will capture and keep the interest of every reader.
Ages 10 – 14
Late 16th Century
