Publisher's Synopsis
A Monk of Fife is a historical novel written by Andrew Lang. The story is set in the early 15th century during the reign of King James I of Scotland. The main character is a young Scottish monk named Norman Leslie, who becomes involved in the Scottish Wars of Independence against the English.Norman is sent to France by his abbot to retrieve a holy relic, but he becomes embroiled in the conflict between the French and English armies. He meets a French noblewoman, Isabelle, who becomes his love interest and helps him in his quest. Norman also encounters Joan of Arc, who inspires him with her bravery and devotion to the French cause.The novel is written in a first-person narrative style, with Norman recounting his adventures and experiences. Lang's writing style is descriptive and vivid, bringing to life the historical events and characters of the time period. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and faith, as well as the struggles of the Scottish people against English oppression.Overall, A Monk of Fife is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the Scottish Wars of Independence and the role of ordinary people in shaping history.It is not of my own will, nor for my own glory, that I, Norman Leslie, sometime of Pitcullo, and in religion called Brother Norman, of the Order of Benedictines, of Dunfermline, indite this book. But on my coming out of France, in the year of our Lord One thousand four hundred and fifty-nine, it was laid on me by my Superior, Richard, Abbot in Dunfermline, that I should abbreviate the Great Chronicle of Scotland.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.