“…having once seen him put forth his strength in battle, methinks I could know him again among a thousand warriors. He rushes into the fray as if he were summoned to a banquet. There is more than mere strength--there seems as if the whole soul and spirit of the champion were given to every blow which he deals upon his enemies. God assoilzie him of the sin of bloodshed! It is fearful, yet magnificent, to behold how the arm and heart of one man can triumph over hundreds.”
Ivanhoe is a historical novel by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1820. The story is set in medieval England and follows the exploits of Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a knight of the Round Table, as he seeks to win the hand of Lady Rowena and restore his honor after being dishonorably discharged from the Crusades. The novel is renowned for its vivid portrayal of medieval chivalry, its romantic elements, and its exploration of themes such as love, honor, and betrayal. more
“She did her best but like Uncle E says, sometimes your best just ain't good enough.”