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Henty | Epic Crusades, Knights &amp; Medieval Adventure Audiobook Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-boy-knight-by-g-a-henty-epic-crusades-knights-medieval-adventure-audiobook-part-2--74991950</link><description><![CDATA[<b>⭐ Catholic Review — 5/5 A strongly Christian and Catholic-compatible historical adventure centered on courage, loyalty, honor, sacrifice, perseverance, and service. Set against the Third Crusade, Henty presents medieval Christian knighthood and the Holy Land as the backdrop for Cuthbert's moral and physical trials. 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