Men of Iron (Illustrated)

"Men of Iron" is Howard Pyle's story of Myles Falsworth, who was only eight when a knight in black armor rode into his father's castle with murder in mind. The event changed Falsworth's life, brought disgrace to his family, and fostered his own training for knighthood so that he might challenge the king's own champion. The story of how Myles survived hard training to become a knight, then seeks to restore his family's good name and his blinded father's rights, effortlessly teaches lessons of honor, loyalty, friendship, courage and other virtues -- as well as the softening and gentling influence of love. It also teaches, by presenting what is to a certain extent a realistic and detailed picture of life in a great medieval castle, of knightly training, and of tournaments and single combat in those times. With its exciting climax, this book is a wonderful read for young people and anyone with an interest in 15th century knighthood.