The Book of the Lion (1914)

The Book of the Lion is a novel written by Alfred Edward Pease and first published in 1914. The story is set in medieval England and follows the adventures of a young squire named Edmund who is sent on a mission to retrieve a stolen book from a band of thieves. The book in question is said to contain the secrets of the Holy Grail, and its theft has caused a great deal of concern among the religious authorities. Edmund sets out on his quest accompanied by his loyal dog, and along the way he encounters a variety of characters, including a mysterious knight and a beautiful maiden. As he gets closer to his goal, Edmund discovers that the book is not just a simple tome, but is in fact imbued with magical powers that could change the course of history. The Book of the Lion is a classic adventure story that combines elements of medieval romance, mystery, and magic. It is a thrilling tale of bravery, loyalty, and the quest for knowledge, and has been enjoyed by readers of all ages for over a century.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1914 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.