{"product_id":"men-of-iron-9781513266626","title":"Men of Iron","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA quest for knighthood motivates Myles Falworth through rigorous training and dangerous jousting tournaments to confront a lifelong enemy and claim his true love.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMyles Falworth determines that the only way he can restore his family's honor, undo the false charge of treason placed against his blind father by the arrogant Earl of Alban, is to become a knight of noble standing and challenge the Earl to single combat. \u003ci\u003eMen of Iron\u003c\/i\u003e is a historical novel of the 15th century, a coming of age story, and a swashbuckling tale of revenge and redemption. The hero's hard training and challenges on the road to becoming a knight build toward his confrontation with the cruel Earl. This final showdown proves to be a sustained climax of suspense and violent action that will charge even the most jaded modern reader with excitement. The author's deep research can be seen in the book's authentic details and vivid period color and enhance the narrative without slowing the pace. First published in 1891, the novel was made into a 1954 film, \u003ci\u003eThe Black Shield of Falworth\u003c\/i\u003e starring Tony Curtis as Myles Falworth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eMen of Iron\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePyle, Howard:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoward Pyle (1853-1911)\u003c\/b\u003e was an American artist and author celebrated for his drawings and painting for magazines and books. He was a teacher of art and several of his students went on to fame, including N.C. Wyeth and Maxfield Parrish. In addition to his visual art, Pyle wrote and illustrated a number of books that have become classics of their kind. \u003ci\u003eThe Merry Adventures of Robin Hood\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Story of King Arthur and His Knights\u003c\/i\u003e became standard interpretations of those legends for generations. His fiction was distinguished by the same eye for drama, excitement and accurate historical color as was his painting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50482207654162,"sku":"9781513266626","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_636e89c8-0969-4177-8e3f-0062ec882a4c.jpg?v=1730340900","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/men-of-iron-9781513266626","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}