The Knight of Sticks and Straw
By Terry Deary
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In 1099 Spain, Cristina, a timid servant at Valencia's palace, is thrust into an unexpected role. As the formidable knight El Cid prepares to confront the fierce Berber invaders, Cristina must summon her courage to lead him into battle under extraordinary circumstances. Can she overcome her fears and help secure victory?
About the author
Terry Deary is a British author best known for writing the funny and fascinating Horrible Histories books. He loves making history exciting by sharing weird and wonderful facts about the past. Terry’s clever stories and jokes help children learn and laugh at the same time, making reading about history lots of fun!
Pages
64 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2009
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