Quentin Durward: A Coroa e a Espada [a.k.a.] O Arqueiro do Rei is a historical novel by Sir Walter Scott, first published in 1823. The story concerns a Scottish archer in the service of the French King Louis XI (1461-1483). The plot centers on the rivalry between Louis XI of France and Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy....
In 1465 Quentin Durward travels to France to meet Isabelle, Countess of Marcroy, on behalf of his elderly Scottish uncle whom, for political reasons, the Duke of Burgundy intends she marry. A man of honour who may have sworn too many oaths, Durward finds he and Isabelle being used as pawns in a deadly game by the Duke and devious King Louis XI. One look at Isabelle has convinced Durward this is where he and his heart have to be.
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