A Ladder of Swords

A Ladder of Swords is a historical fiction novel written by Gilbert Parker. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young French nobleman named Olivier Delagarde. Olivier is a skilled swordsman and a loyal servant to the French king, but he becomes embroiled in a dangerous political game when he falls in love with the beautiful and cunning Diane de Poitiers, the mistress of the king.As Olivier rises through the ranks of the court, he becomes more and more entangled in the power struggles between the king and his various advisors. He must navigate a treacherous web of alliances and betrayals, all while trying to protect his own interests and those of the woman he loves.Throughout the book, Parker weaves in historical details and vivid descriptions of life in 16th century France, including the opulent court life, the brutal realities of war, and the complex social hierarchy of the time. A Ladder of Swords is a gripping and suspenseful tale of love, loyalty, and political intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.