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Shadow Hawk
by Andre Norton |
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A thrilling
adventure tale of intrigue and war in ancient Egypt. Battles, power
struggle, treachery, fight for freedom are the themes of this skillfully and
vividly narrated novel. Age 10 and up. |
| 1590 BC Egypt |
$19.50
ea |
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Hittite Warrior
by Joanne Williamson |
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The young
Hitite Uriah is caught in the clash of powers at the time of the
Book of Judges. After saving a young
boy from being sacrificed to Molech, he meets the Hebrews, who are preparing
for war against the Cananites. Age 10 + |
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1200 BC Judea |
$20.95 ea |
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God
King
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The reader is carried back to ancient Egypt &
Biblical Jerusalem. Historical fiction based
on fact. Adventure, exile, conflict, alliances etc. Introduction with
home education ideas. Age 10 & up. |
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700 BC Egypt /Judea |
$20.95 ea |
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Victory On the Walls: A story of
Nehemiah by Frieda
Clark Hyman |
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23 yr. old Bani
lives with his uncle in Persia. His uncle wants to give up the honor of
cupbearer to King Artaxerxes and return to his people in troubled Jerusalem.
This request could be viewed as treasonous. A novel dramatizing the turning
point when Judaism was reestablished in the Holy Land.
Age 14 + |
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445 BC
Judea
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$00.95
ea |
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The Ides of April by Mary Ray |
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Unique historical
mysteries for teenagers. They “bring”
the reader back to Roman times! Hylas, a young Greek slave comes under
suspicion when a Roman senator is murdered. He escapes and comes in contact
with Christians who help him find the true murderer. We enjoyed this one!
Age 14 + |
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60 AD Rome
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$17.95
ea |
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Beyond the Desert Gate
by Mary Ray |
| Sequel to The Ides
of April. You won’t be able to put this one down either!
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| 70
AD Judea |
$17.95 ea |
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Fabiola
by Cardinal Wiseman |
| A classic novel
about the catacombs. The readers will find themselves in ancient Rome during
the Christian's persecution for their faith. St. Agnes and St. Sebastien are
among the names that will be familiar. Ages 14 to Adult. |
| 300's
AD Rome |
$17.95 ea |
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Beowulf the Warrior Ian
Serraillier |
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Beowulf the Warrior is an outstanding
modern version of the oldest epic in the English language. The author has
retold the story of the hero Beowulf and his three memorable exploits.
First, his rescuing of Hrothgar the Dane from the ravages of monstrous
Grendel; next, his victory over Grendel's strange and horrible mother; and
finally, in Beowulf's old age, his saving of his own people, the Geats, from
the horrors of a dragon at the cost of his life. Beowulf's heroism and noble
heart communicate to any English-speaking listener. |
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500s,
Denmark |
$19.50 ea |
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Augustine Came to Kent |
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Fourteen
hundred years ago St. Augustine of Canterbury was sent on a mission to
England by Pope St. Gregory the Great. Here is an account of the undertaking
as witnessed by the Saxon boy, Wolf. Illustrated. Age 10 and up. |
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597 Britain |
$17.95 ea |
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Son of Charlemagne
by Barbara Willard |
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The events leading up to the birth of the Holy
Roman Empire are depicted in authentic detail, as seen through the eyes of
Charlemagne’s children. 2 other books by this author: Augustine
Came to Kent & If All the Swords. Illustrated.
Ages 10 & up. |
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780’s France |
$19.50 ea |
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Beorn the Proud
By Madeleine Polland |
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Amid battles
and disasters, deeds of bravery and of treachery, 12 year old Beorn must
measure the old, proud ways, of his people with the new ways of his Irish
captive, Ness. Illustrated. Age 10 and up. |
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800’s Ireland |
$19.50 ea |
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The Story of Rolf and the Viking Bow
by Alan French |
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A stirring tale in medieval
Iceland after it becomes Christian. Rolf, a young boy is outlawed. His
response to this injustice creates a suspenseful & thought provoking tale.
A story of courage & honor. The book is difficult to put down. |
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1010,
Iceland |
$20.95
ea |
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If All the Swords In England
by
Barbara Willard |
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Young Simon,
Recently orphaned becomes a scribe of the exiled Archbishop, Thomas Becket.
The story revolves around the uncertainty of the years leading to the
infamous cathedral slaying. Illustrated. Age 9+ |
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1164, England |
$19.50 each |
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Red Keep
by Allen French |
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The Sauval
brothers terrorize their neighbours. They plot to steal the Red Keep from
its owner, Lady Anne. Sir Roger & young Conan thwart them. Action-filled.
Learn French customs after William the Conqueror left France to capture
Britain. Thrilling & instructive. Age 10 and up. |
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1165,
Burgundy
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$22.50 ea |
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The Hidden Treasure of Glaston
by Eleanore Jewett |
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The crippled Hugh is left
in the care of “Glastonbury Abbey” by his fleeing father. Hugh, his friend
Dickon, and the mad Bleheris, uncover a treasure trove and with it a deeper
mystery A Newberry Honor Winner Illustrated. Age 10 and up. |
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1171, England |
$22.50 ea |
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Crusader King
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A Catholic historical novel based on the true
story of King Baldwin IV - the leper king of Jerusalem. He ascended the
throne at the age of 13, fought many battles, endured many trials and died
at 21. In the face of insurmountable odds, he accomplished the impossible by
faith. Suitable for young readers and adults. |
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1100's, Judea |
$17.95 ea |
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Big John's Secret
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16 year old John is a squire who arrives in the
Holy Land to seek his father who he has never known. It's the time of the
5th Crusade. After battle and setbacks, John is drawn to a remarkable friar,
Brother Francis, whose joyful faith immediately touches the heart of the
lonely boy on the brink of manhood. Unforgettable. Ages 10 & up. |
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1218, Judea |
$17.95 ea |
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The Lost Baron |
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Martin is the son of Sir Anselm of the Hollow in
this fast-paced story of Cornwall in the year 1200. King John has replaced
his brother Richard and is always after more money. When the Baron Eric
mysteriously disappears, his young daughter Rosamund must bear the
increasing burden of his absence. Sir Basil, distant relation and heir, has
taken over the castle — and would not be pleased if Eric should ever return.
Martin is invited to the castle as a squire and the adventure begins. |
|
1200 England |
$22.50 ea |
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Otto of the Silver Hand |
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Otto is born into a family
of feuding households. His mother dies and he is raised by wise and holy
monks later to return to his family as a young man to defend his family in a
blood feud that threatens his home and his future. A high action story with
holy monks, brave knights and fair maidens. A story about growing up in a
restless time in European history.
Age 8 & up. |
| Middle Ages |
$15.95
ea |
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Tyborne and the Gem of Christendom
by Mother Magdalen Taylor |
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A novel you
won't be able to put down. Set in England during the Reformation, the author
intertwines several families' lives - catholic and non-Catholic. She tells
the stories of the great martyrs of the time, how they were hunted down,
their "trials" and their ends when they were brought to infamous Tybourne to
pay for their "crimes". Factual details.
Ages 14 and up. |
|
1570’s, England |
$33.95 ea |
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The Gunpowder Plot
by Hugh R. Williamson |
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A
fascinating TRUE story of intrigue and suspense with heroic action, politics
and unwavering faith. This story recounts the events in England during the
Reformation when barrels of gunpowder were discovered under the House of
Lords. A plot implicating members of the Catholic resistance was discovered
by betrayal. But did they actually place the gunpowder or were they framed
by corrupt Protestant officials? Information is provided from actual letters
and documents. Age 14 and up. |
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1570’s, England |
$33.95 ea |
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Red Hugh, Prince of Donegal
by Robert Reilly |
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A
biography in story form of the courageous Red Hugh, an Irish prince at the
time of Queen Elizabeth. Dramatically recounts his daring escapes from the
English. Illustrated.
Age 10 and up. |
|
1580’s, Ireland |
$19.50 ea |
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A Soldier Surrenders
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Another power historical
novel by the same author as Crusader King.
A true story of St. Camillus de Lellis. At an early age he was a
belligerent, brash, self-seeking soldier - a victim of his own passions.
Pushed to the brink of despair and humiliation at the death of his father,
he surrenders to the King of Kings. A story of perseverance and surrender. |
|
France |
$23.95 ea |
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Outlaws of Ravenhurst
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Once begun, this exciting
novel of courage in the face of persecution, is impossible to put down! A
high-suspense story of Catholic “outlaws” who defended the Faith in 17th
century Scotland. Illustrated. Ages 10 and
up. |
| 231 pp
softcover |
$26.95 ea |
| 1600's England
hardcover |
$27.95 ea |
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Nacar the White Deer by Elizabeth Borton de Treviño
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A mute, motherless boy
befriends with a sick deer. This gentle story follows Lalo on his journey to
the Mountain of the Sleeping Lady. On his journey, he finds danger, wisdom
and faith. By a Newbery Award-winning author. Ages 10 and
up. |
| 130 pp softcover |
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| 1630 Mexico |
$00.95 ea |
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Alone In An Untamed Land
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One of the Dear Canada
series of books. Similar in style to others in this series, this is a diary
of Hélène St. Onge, a young French girl who becomes a fille
à marier,
a bride for New France (Quebec, Canada). Live and breath the air of French
Canada in 1666 as Mlle St. Onge's diary provides a fascinating
historical and personal insight into that time. The author was a little
surprised when she found that she was descended from a fille
à marier
herself. |
|
France 1666 |
$14.90 ea |
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Madeline Takes Command
by Ethel Brill
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Based on a true
account of colonial French Canada in 1692. 14-year old Madeleine de
Vercheres is left in charge of the family’s fort. When it is attacked by
Indians, she and her two brothers and a few others make a brave stand until
help arrives. Everyone is astounded by what she has done! Illustrated. |
| 1692, Canada |
$19.50
ea |
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With Pipe, Paddle and Song
by Elizabeth
Yates |
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Fascinating.
A true picture of the French Canadian fur trade. 16 yr. old Guillane, joins
a crew of rugged Canadian voyageurs. They paddle to the wilds of Canada to
seek rich furs. An adventure story. Included are voyageur songs with music &
lyrics. |
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1750’s Canada |
$19.95 ea |
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The Reb & the Redcoats |
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A
Revolutionary War as seen through the eyes of a British family to whom an
American prisoner of war has been entrusted. Themes of trust & forgiveness
with an interesting plot. |
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1780’s England |
$19.95 ea |
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The Song at the Scaffold by
Gertrud von LeFort |
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Set during the French
Revolution, the book demonstrates man's capacity for courage...and
brutality. Tells of a Carmelite convent and the trials of the sisters during
the Reign of Terror as they face the mob, women revolutionaries etc.
Climaxes with the martyrdom of the nuns as they make the ultimate sacrifice
for their faith. Ages 14 and up. |
|
1794 France |
$17.95 ea |
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Midshipman Quinn Collection |
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4 novels-one
volume. For the voracious reader in your family! A “rip-snorting” sea
adventure. 15 yr. old Quinn experiences sea battles & espionage. The sea
battles are based on real eye witness accounts! Ages 12 + |
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1803 England/France |
$29.95 ea |
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The Flying Ensign
by S. Styles |
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2 books
in 1 for the voracious reader. Takes place during the Napoleonic war. It
involves Britain’s challenge to Napoleon who has taken over Europe. Ensign
P. Byrd, a youthful mountaineer is on his first military campaign. He
reveals strength of character and resourcefulness in this high action
adventure story. |
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1808 Spain |
$22.50 ea |
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Cleared for Action |
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4
stories of sea life: Cleared for Action, Whaler ‘Round the Horn, Voyage of
the Javelin & Phantom of the Blockade. Exciting & action packed.
Illustrated. |
| 1800s America |
$29.95 ea |
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They Loved to Laugh |
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Tears and laughter alternate in this novel of a
young girl's growth to womanhood in the 1830's. 16-year-old orphan Martitia
is taken into the home of Dr. Gardner, a North Carolina Quaker, who has five
lively sons as full of merriment as himself. The boys do their best to get
Martitia to laugh, but she is at first overwhelmed by their pranks. Little
by little she struggles to become a true Gardner daughter. And in so doing,
she grows in humor and in love. |
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1830, America |
$17.95 ea |
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Brave Buffalo Fighter |
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The Parker family, unused
to any kind of pioneering life, leave St. Joseph, Missouri in 1860 as part
of a west-bound wagon train. Each family member is challenged by hardships &
difficulties. A moving tale of pioneer spirit on the American plains. |
|
1860, America |
$17.95 ea |
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Enemy
Brothers by Constance
Savery |
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British
airman Dym Inleford is convinced that the young German prisoner, Max
Eckerman, is his brother Anthony who was kidnapped years before. Dym brings
him back, temporarily to the family he neither remembers nor will
acknowledge as his own. Age 10 & up. |
| WWII Europe |
$20.95 ea |
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The Rose
Round by Meriol Trevor |
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Everyone-adults too-will certainly enjoy this
wonderful Catholic story of Matt and his older sister Carol, who is a cook
in an English country house. Her bitter mistress, Madame Ayre, has lost her
faith and is angry with everyone, especially her deformed son, Theo. A
fast-paced plot, vivid characters and romance. A powerful story about
forgiveness and reconciliation. Ages 12 & up. |
|
1960’s England |
$19.50 ea |
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