Ransomwood

Dive into the captivating tale set in a quaint English village of the Middle Ages, where a simpleton named Harry finds himself thrust into a whirlwind of adventure, loyalty, and the quest for sight. This intriguing story features Harry, who, during a moment of comic misfortune involving an ox and a bee, inadvertently injures a young girl named Tilly. As Harry navigates the complexities of loyalty to his friend Jeffrey, who indulges in secret trysts with the enchanting Gwenifer, he must also grapple with the dark rumors surrounding Tilly's blind mother, an old crone rumored to be a witch. The plot thickens as Shem, the steward of Lord Roderick's Manor, orchestrates a clever plan to send Harry and Gwenifer on a perilous pilgrimage to Ransomwood, where they hope to secure a miraculous healing by drinking the tears of a sacred statue. This exquisite paperback, published by Scholastic New Zealand, spans 268 pages of enchanting storytelling. Measuring 129mm by 198mm, it's a perfect addition to any book lover's collection, delivering a blend of humor, suspense, and heartwarming moments. Perfect for young readers and lovers of medieval tales, this book promises to engage and inspire, making it an essential read. Secure your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey filled with camaraderie and hope!

CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775430445
Format: Paperback
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND LTD
Number of Pages: 268
Dimensions Width: 129mm
Height: 198mm

Set in the UK in a village in the Middle Ages, it starts out with Harry (a simpleton) losing control of an ox due to a bee buzzing inside his shirt, and the ox kicks a young girl Tilly who is seriously injured. Harry is looking after the ox while its owner, Jeffrey, is having a romp in the woods with the beautiful Gwenifer. Jeffrey and Gwenifer have made Harry promise not to tell anyone what they are up to - and Harry adores Gwenifer and sticks to his word. The Steward of Lord Roderick's Manor, Shem, presides in a Court hearing when Tilly's father tries to get compensation for his daughter's injuries. His mother, rumoured to be a witch, is a blind old crone who wants to take the long and perilous pilgrimage to Ransomwood to drink the tears of the statue of the Blessed Lady, hoping to restore her sight. Shem is unable to accompany his mother as his wife is unwell, but he comes up with a cunning plan in the Court - that Harry and Gwenifer go with his mother to Ransomwood, and if her sight is restored then Harry will not hang them when he returns. And so begins their adventure.