A Knight Of The White Cross

""A Knight of the White Cross"" is a historical novel written by G. A. Henty. The story is set in the 14th century and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Cyril, who joins the Knights of St. John in their fight against the Turks in Rhodes. Cyril proves himself to be a skilled warrior and is soon promoted to the rank of knight. He becomes embroiled in a series of battles and political intrigues, including a plot to overthrow the Grand Master of the Knights. Along the way, Cyril falls in love with a noblewoman named Edith, but their relationship is threatened by the political turmoil and the dangers of war. The novel is filled with action, adventure, and romance, and provides a vivid depiction of the medieval world and the conflicts between Christians and Muslims.Orders were given to the rowers to quicken their pace, and in little over an hour they were alongside the hull. As soon as the vessels were close enough for those on the poop of the galley to look down on to the deck of the other craft, it was seen that Ralph's suppositions were correct. Two bodies lay stretched upon it. One was crushed under the fallen mast; the other lay huddled up in a heap, a cannon ball having almost torn him asunder. The knights leapt on to the deck as soon as the galley ran alongside. Gervaise made first for the man lying beneath the mast; as he came up to him, the sailor opened his eyes and murmured, Water.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.