First published in 1825, 'The Knight of St. John' is a sweeping historical romance set during the Crusades. The novel follows the journey of Rosalind, a young woman who sets out to rescue her beloved from captivity in the Holy Land. Along the way, she encounters knights, pirates, and other colorful characters, all of whom are woven into a rich tapestry of adventure and intrigue. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...