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A Ladder of Swords is a historical fiction novel written by Gilbert Parker. Set in the 16th century, the story revolves around a young man named Olivier Delagarde who is determined to climb the social ladder and make a name for himself in the court of King Henry III of France... Read Full Overview

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"A Ladder of Swords" from Sir Gilbert Parker - 1st Baronet. Canadian novelist and British politician (1862-1932).

A Ladder of Swords is a historical fiction novel written by Gilbert Parker. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young French nobleman named Olivier Delagarde. Olivier is a skilled swordsman and a loyal servant to the French king, but he becomes embroiled... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview