Men of Iron
In Men of Iron, young Myles Falworth has gained a reputation for courage and independence while training at the castle of the great Earl of Mackworth. But one day he discovers that his blind father had been condemned for treason. Moreover, a powerful enemy close to the King is relentlessly hunting Myles and his family down. Does Myles dare to risk ordeal by battle to win back his family’s honor?
This thrilling story, set in England in the time of Henry IV, follows Myles as he advances to knighthood and engages in “trial by battle” to restore the fallen fortunes of his family. With breathless excitement, the reader joins the adventures of the hero, sympathizing with him in his troubles, fighting in his battles, and rejoicing in his good fortunes.
- About the author: Howard Pyle was one of America’s most popular illustrators and storytellers at the end of the 19th century during a period of explosive growth in the publishing industry. His illustrations appeared in magazines like Harper’s Monthly, St. Nicholas, and Scribner’s Magazine, gaining him both national and international exposure. The broad appeal of his imagery made him a celebrity in his lifetime.
