The legend of Robert the Bruce's inspiring encounter with a tenacious spider, popularised by Sir Walter Scott, is well known throughout Scotland and the rest of the world.
Following the rebellious king's journey from crushing defeat in battle and daring escape to lonely exile in a dark cave, Robert the Bruce spots a tiny spider that refuses to give up trying to spin its web. Inspired by its perseverance, King Robert returns to the cause, eventually leading his army to victory at the Battle of Bannockburn, a defining moment in Scottish history.
Through stunning illustrations and a gripping story, packed with historical detail, children will experience the tension of Robert the Bruce's escape and the excitement of his return to victory.
This is an engaging historical tale for children starring one of the most famous figures of the Scottish Wars of Independence.
| ISBN: | 9781782505587 |
| Publication date: | 21st March 2019 |
| Author: | Teresa Martínez |
| Illustrator: | Teresa Martínez |
| Publisher: | Kelpies an imprint of Floris Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 28 pages |
| Series: | Traditional Scottish Tales |
| Genres: |
Picture storybooks Children’s / Teenage fiction: Military and war fiction Historical Fiction |
The legend of Robert the Bruce's inspiring encounter with a tenacious spider, popularised by Sir Walter Scott, is well known throughout Scotland and the rest of the world.Following the rebellious king's journey from crushing defeat in battle and daring escape to lonely exile in a dark cave, Robert the Bruce spots a tiny spider that refuses to give up trying to spin its web. Inspired by its perseverance, King Robert returns to the cause, eventually leading his army to victory at the Battle of Bannockburn, a defining moment in Scottish history.
Robert the Bruce features in the following genres: Picture storybooks, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Military and war fiction, Historical Fiction
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Robert the Bruce was written by Teresa Martínez and published by Kelpies an imprint of Floris Books
Robert the Bruce has 28 pages
Yes it is part of Traditional Scottish Tales series
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