{"product_id":"falconland-a-novel-of-medieval-historical-fiction-paperback","title":"Falconland: A Novel of Medieval Historical Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eReggie Connell\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrederick II was a child of privilege. Born into two royal families, he is in line to inherit the thrones of Italy, Sicily, Germany and the Holy Roman Empire until tragedy strikes, his birthright is lost, and his world is shattered.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrederick is taken to the Vatican to live with Pope Innocent III. As his guardian, Frederick learns about the politics and power of the medieval church and how his family name has turned him into a target of the pope. He is treated like a prisoner of The Church and nearly disavows his religion until a friendship with Francis of Assisi shows him another side of Christianity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e After being sent to live with foster parents, Frederick escapes to the docks of Sicily... a melting pot of medieval culture. Here he gains valuable life lessons not taught by royal tutors. This unique mix of education and real world understanding is what shapes Frederick throughout his life. His final tutor is a former crusader named Hector MacBrae who takes Frederick under his wing and prepares him for his future as a leader. A leader who would change the world \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn chronicling Frederick's journey from eager young student and prot g , to adept negotiator and warrior king, and finally to mighty Holy Roman emperor, \u003ci\u003eFalconland\u003c\/i\u003e tells the compelling story of a privileged child who loses everything, but overcomes the tragedy and abuse of his childhood to establish himself as one of the most powerful and enlightened leaders of the Middle Ages.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is the first of two historical novels about Frederick II. It takes you inside the intriguing world of medieval Europe, with its fierce rivalries among royal kingdoms, high born families and a rising and dark power within the church. You will never view the middle ages the same after reading \u003ci\u003eFalconland\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter reading a short biography on Frederick II, Reggie Connell became fascinated with this little-known historical figure from medieval times and felt his story had to be told. He has been working on Falconland and its accompanying second volume ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReggie is the Vice President of Peak Publications and the Board Chairman of his church - Inspire in Apopka, Florida. He is a real estate investor and former owner and publisher of City Magazine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHe lives with his wife Christina, three cats and a dog. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 302\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.68 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 19, 2015\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47452300214450,"sku":"9780692340158","price":20.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/df9bba7b9a29457c10467f0c77c885f4.webp?v=1778813007","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/falconland-a-novel-of-medieval-historical-fiction-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}