The Purgatory of Peter the Cruel

By James Greenwood and Ernest Henry Griset

Book Overview

The Purgatory of Peter the Cruel is a historical fiction novel by James Greenwood. The book is set in the 14th century, during the reign of Peter the Cruel, the King of Castile. The story follows the journey of a young Englishman named Richard, who is sent to Spain to serve as a squire to a knight in the service of Peter the Cruel. As Richard arrives in Spain, he witnesses the brutal and ruthless nature of Peter the Cruel. The king is known for his cruelty and his penchant for executing anyone who opposes him. Richard finds himself caught in the middle of a power struggle between Peter and his half-brother, Henry of Trast�����mara. As the conflict between the two brothers intensifies, Richard finds himself questioning his loyalty to Peter. He becomes entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and political intrigue. As he struggles to survive in the dangerous and unpredictable world of medieval Spain, Richard must also confront his own demons and find redemption for his past mistakes. The Purgatory of Peter the Cruel is a gripping tale of power, politics, and morality set against the backdrop of medieval Europe. The book is rich in historical detail and vividly portrays the brutal and violent world of 14th-century Spain. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, medieval history, or tales of political intrigue and betrayal.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432696599
• ISBN13: 9781432696597
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"