Publisher Description

As Peter wanders around the ruined castle of Carreg Cennen he makes an amazing discovery - a rusted metal gauntlet. As he slips it on to his hand he is transported back to the fourteenth century, to a time when his Norman ancestors held the castle.Accepted as the eldest son of Sir Roger de Blois, Peter learns how to hawk, fight, and shoot a longbow. But, when a rebellion arises, it's up to Peter to escape from the besieged castle and fetchhelp.Ronald Welch is celebrated as one of the best writers of historical fiction for children and this thrilling story has been captivating readers for many years with its combinationof fast-paced adventure and authentic historical detail. This edition also features the original black and white illustrations that bring the story and the era vividly to life.

Notes

Beautiful new heritage edition of this classic children's historical novel about a boy who is transported back to the 14th century.

Author Biography

Ronald Welch (Ronald Oliver Felton) was born in Glamorgan and for much of his life was a teacher of history, and Headmaster of Okehampton Grammar School. He fought in the Welch Regiment during World War Two. He published a number of historical novels for children, including Knight Crusader in 1954, for which he won the Carnegie Medal. Ronald Welch died in 1982.

Review

`'It continues to epitomise the thrill of reading itself''The Book Bag`'The Gauntlet provided an escape from dull post-war Britain into a world of knights, banquets and jousting. It will most definitely have the same appeal to young readers today.'Historical Novel Society`'The story is still fresh and appealing ... features the original black and white illustration which bring the story and era vividly to life. It is an exciting read''Carousel (The Guide to Children's Books)

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A welcome reissue of this much-loved classic story.

Long Description

As Peter wanders around the ruined castle of Carreg Cennen he makes an amazing discovery - a rusted metal gauntlet. As he slips it on to his hand he is transported back to the fourteenth century, to a time when his Norman ancestors held the castle.Accepted as the eldest son of Sir Roger de Blois, Peter learns how to hawk, fight, and shoot a longbow. But, when a rebellion arises, it's up to Peter to escape from the besieged castle and fetch
help.Ronald Welch is celebrated as one of the best writers of historical fiction for children and this thrilling story has been captivating readers for many years with its combination
of fast-paced adventure and authentic historical detail. This edition also features the original black and white illustrations that bring the story and the era vividly to life.

Review Text

`'It continues to epitomise the thrill of reading itself'
'
The Book Bag
`'The Gauntlet provided an escape from dull post-war Britain into a world of knights, banquets and jousting. It will most definitely have the same appeal to young readers today.'
Historical Novel Society
`'The story is still fresh and appealing ... features the original black and white illustration which bring the story and era vividly to life. It is an exciting read''
Carousel (The Guide to Children's Books)

Review Quote

'It continues to epitomise the thrill of reading itself'

Promotional "Headline"

A welcome reissue of this much-loved classic story.

Feature

A fantastic adventure which is just as exciting today as when it was first published.
Ronald Welch is a much-loved and revered author who still commands a large following.
This beautiful new heritage edition features the original cover and inside illustrations.

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