Crispin: The Cross of Lead
Winner of the Newbery Medal, Crispin: The Cross of Lead by Avi is an action-packed mystery set in medieval England. Accused of a crime he did not commit, thirteen-year-old peasant Crispin is declared a wolf's head and forced to flee his village with only his mother's lead cross. He meets Bear and becomes his servant, but as enemies close in, he must save their lives. Avi's storytelling powers shine in this vivid tale.
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Winner of the Newbery Medal Crispin: The Cross of Lead is an exciting story full of adventure created by a great storyteller Avi.
Sometimes I ran sometimes all I could do was walk. All I knew was that if the steward overtook me I'd not survive for long....
Crispin is a 13-year-old child from a poor family in medieval England. He has been accused of a crime that he did not commit, and he has been declared a wolf's head. This means that anyone can kill him if they see him. He runs away from his village with nothing but his mother's cross of lead.
While traveling through the English countryside, Crispin meets a man named Bear. Bear makes Crispin work for him but also encourages him to think for himself. As Crispin's enemies get closer, he is brought into the fortress of his foes. In this dangerous place, he must find a way to save their lives.
Avi is an award-winning author who is an expert in creating thrilling plot twists and memorable characters. In this book, he takes us on a journey to medieval England that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.
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Brand: Hyperion Books for Children
Publisher Date: 06/01/2004
Author: Avi Avi
Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.2 x 0.8
UPC: 9780786816583
Ages: 10-14
Pages: 310