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The King’s Jewel - cover

The King’s Jewel

Henry Bedford-Jones

Publisher: Ktoczyta.pl

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Summary

The strange Sphinx Emerald which Richard had brought home to England from the Crusades was the property of Edward III in this year 1349 – a year of triumph because of victory; of terror because of pestilence. And when a beautiful woman coveted the jewel, its tragic power came again to life. This series about the Sphinx Emerald constitutes, as has been said, a veritable Outline of History!
Available since: 03/08/2022.
Print length: 24 pages.

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