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Summary

The White Company by Arthur Conan Doyle is a vivid historical adventure set during the Hundred Years’ War. The story follows Alleyne Edricson, a young novice leaving his sheltered life at a monastery to explore the world. He joins the White Company, a band of mercenaries led by the chivalrous Sir Nigel Loring, alongside the skilled archer Samkin Aylward. Together, they embark on daring exploits in France and Spain, battling enemies while upholding knightly ideals. Alleyne matures through trials of courage, loyalty, and love, as the group encounters treachery, heroism, and medieval pageantry. Doyle masterfully blends action, humor, and romance, painting a rich tapestry of 14th-century life. Part coming-of-age tale, part swashbuckling epic, The White Company celebrates honor, camaraderie, and the timeless allure of adventure, cementing its place as a classic tale of valor and humanity.

Duration: about 14 hours (13:58:31)
Publishing date: 2025-05-06; Unabridged; Copyright Year: 2025. Copyright Statment: —

• Contemporary Fiction
• Historical Novel