The Riddle and the Knight: In Search of Sir John Mandeville, the World's Greatest Traveller: In Search of Sir John Mandeville, the World's Greatest Traveler - Softcover

Milton, Giles

Softcover

ISBN 10: 031242129X ISBN 13: 9780312421298

Publisher: Picador, 1900

Synopsis

Giles Milton's first book, The Riddle and the Knight, is a fascinating account of the legend of Sir John Mandeville, a long-forgotten knight who was once the most famous writer in medieval Europe. Mandeville wrote a book about his voyage around the world that became a beacon that lit the way for the great expeditions of the Renaissance, and his exploits and adventures provided inspiration for writers such as Shakespeare, Milton, and Keats. By the nineteenth century however, his claims were largely discredited by academics. Giles Milton set off in the footsteps of Mandeville, in order to test his amazing claims, and to restore Mandeville to his rightful place in the literature of exploration.

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About the Author

Giles Milton is the million-copy, internationally bestselling author of a dozen works of narrative history. His books have been translated into twenty-five languages. One of Milton's previous books, Nathaniel's Nutmeg, is currently being developed into a major screen project. Milton is the writer and narrator of the acclaimed podcast series Cover Up: Ministry of Secrets, produced by Sony. He lives in London and Burgundy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Picador
• Publication date: 1900
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 031242129X
• ISBN 13: 9780312421298
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 230