Crusade in Jeans Front Street ( 01 April, 2003 ) Book Our Price : £ 5.05 List Price : £ 5.61 You save £0.56 (10% off) Prices subject to change. usually dispatched within 7 to 8 days.

I read this 15 year ago

I read this 15 years ago in Dutch ( the original language the book is written in ) and I have to say I thought it was brilliant . Even now 15 years later is still remember the main parts of the story and recommended to a friend for his little sister.

Best historical childrens novel ever!

I consider this work one of the finest written childrens novels (i.e. age 10 and up) of our time. Thrilling and touching as it is, the story remains compelling from cover to cover, even when reading it for the tenth time. Moreover, I greatly appreciate the educational value that is offered to the reader as a bonus. In preparation for writing the book, the author had spend nearly two years of conducting in-depth historical research, including numerous field trips to relevant locations across Europe. In 1974 "Crusade in Jeans" received the European award for the best historical childrens novel. The challenges that the 10.000 stray children face during their journey through medieval Europe, seem to be as numerous as they are various. Dolf is convinced that the only way to successfully cope with protracted hardships such as the constant threat of starvation, devastating diseases and ferocious raids, is by organizing the childrens army as effectively as possible. He will need all of his no-nonsense wits and 20th century knowledge to make it so. Yet in the course of the story, Dolf comes to realize that in the end it is true friendship, hope and shared dreams that give people the strength to succeed and to overcome life greatest challenges. Enjoy!

What a fantastic read!

This book had me spellbound from the moment I picked it up, I did not want to put it down! It has all the ingredients of a great adventure story: excitement, laughter, tears, villains and heros. The book is written and sold as a childrens book, but is a great read for adults as well. What a shame none of the writers other books are available here. I highly recommend this book, for young and old alike!