Otto Of The Silver Hand

Download or read book Otto of the Silver Hand written by Howard Pyle and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2014-07-21 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born into a robber baron's household in medieval Germany, young Otto is caught in the middle of a violent blood feud. Nevertheless, the lad grows up to be a gentle and loving person. 55 illustrations.

Download or read book Otto of the Silver Hand written by Howard Pyle and published by Graphic Arts Books. This book was released on 2020-11-17 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A personification of divine forgiveness.”-Jill P. May “From American history books to Pirates of the Caribbean, the work of Howard Pyle continues to captivate us...”-Big Think “...it has a significant, universal theme, and it presents the details of daily life in Germany of the thirteenth century accurately and unobtrusively, making the period real and alive.”-Malcolm Usrey “He is as careful and painstaking and artistic with his children’s books as the very best novelist are with their novels...But best of them all is Pyle’s Otto of the Silver Hand. It is a story of German chivalry in the days of the robber barons.”-Willa Cather Otto of the Silver Hand (1888), Howard Pyle’s first novel for children, is a grim yet empowering narrative of medieval Germany, following the adventures of a young hero caught between the power struggles of two families. With its gripping battle scenes, romance, and villainous warlords, this is a reading experience that continues to thrill over one hundred years after its initial publication. Otto, a gentle boy born to a noble germanic family in the middle ages, has been raised in the compassionate seclusion of a monastery to protect him from the violent rivalries of his family. When the boy turns twelve years old he is retrieved back to Drachenhausen, his ancestral castle to begin his training in knighthood. Soon Otto discovers that his father, the Baron Conrad, a brutal robber baron, is in the midst of a savage vendetta with his the family of his slain foe, the Baron Fredrick. When Otto’s father and his knights are summoned to the Imperial Court the Fredrick clan attacks Castle Drachenhausen, burns it to the ground, and kidnaps the boy. Baron Henry, the heir of Fredrick’s clan, keeps Otto in the dungeon of his own fortress. Until his father arrives to rescue him, Otto experiences both terrible brutality and the gentle affections of Henry’s beautiful daughter. Through Otto’s ordeals and suffering he recognized the deficiencies of the human character, yet he rose above the wickedness with his gentleness and love. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Otto of the Silver Hand is both modern and readable.

Download or read book Otto of the Silver Hand written by Говард Пайл and published by Litres. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Otto Of The Silver Hand Howard Pyle written by Howard Pyle and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-16 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " Step into a medieval world of chivalry, honor, and adventure with "Otto of the Silver Hand" by Howard Pyle, where a young boy's journey unfolds amidst the backdrop of a turbulent era. This captivating book tells the story of Otto, a young nobleman's son, as he confronts challenges, discovers his true strength, and embraces his destiny. In "Otto of the Silver Hand," readers will accompany Otto on his journey through the Middle Ages, a time marked by feudal conflicts and knights in shining armor. As Otto navigates treacherous landscapes, encounters fierce rivals, and faces personal hardships, he must learn the meaning of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice. Howard Pyle's vivid descriptions and engaging narrative bring the medieval world to life, immersing readers in the struggles and triumphs of Otto's quest. Through the trials and tribulations faced by Otto, Howard Pyle explores themes of honor, family, and the pursuit of one's own path. Readers will witness the transformation of a young boy into a courageous knight, witnessing the power of resilience and the capacity for growth. Join Otto as he embarks on a thrilling adventure, encounters formidable foes, and discovers the true nature of the silver hand that holds the key to his destiny."

Download or read book Otto of the Silver Hand EasyRead Comfort written by Howard Pyle and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2006-10 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exciting book narrates the story of a young boy Otto, who is sent to live with monks at an early age. Otto gets kidnapped by his father's enemies and faces hardships and miseries. The author has very well described the dark middle ages and the way they used to live and fight. Inspirational!

Download or read book Otto of the Silver Hand written by and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story of medieval Germany in the days of the robber barons.

Download or read book Otto of the Silver Hand written by Howard Pyle and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A personification of divine forgiveness."-Jill P. May "From American history books to Pirates of the Caribbean, the work of Howard Pyle continues to captivate us..."-Big Think "...it has a significant, universal theme, and it presents the details of daily life in Germany of the thirteenth century accurately and unobtrusively, making the period real and alive."-Malcolm Usrey "He is as careful and painstaking and artistic with his children's books as the very best novelist are with their novels...But best of them all is Pyle's Otto of the Silver Hand. It is a story of German chivalry in the days of the robber barons."-Willa Cather Otto of the Silver Hand (1888), Howard Pyle's first novel for children, is a grim yet empowering narrative of medieval Germany, following the adventures of a young hero caught between the power struggles of two families. With its gripping battle scenes, romance, and villainous warlords, this is a reading experience that continues to thrill over one hundred years after its initial publication. Otto, a gentle boy born to a noble germanic family in the middle ages, has been raised in the compassionate seclusion of a monastery to protect him from the violent rivalries of his family. When the boy turns twelve years old he is retrieved back to Drachenhausen, his ancestral castle to begin his training in knighthood. Soon Otto discovers that his father, the Baron Conrad, a brutal robber baron, is in the midst of a savage vendetta with his the family of his slain foe, the Baron Fredrick. When Otto's father and his knights are summoned to the Imperial Court the Fredrick clan attacks Castle Drachenhausen, burns it to the ground, and kidnaps the boy. Baron Henry, the heir of Fredrick's clan, keeps Otto in the dungeon of his own fortress. Until his father arrives to rescue him, Otto experiences both terrible brutality and the gentle affections of Henry's beautiful daughter. Through Otto's ordeals and suffering he recognized the deficiencies of the human character, yet he rose above the wickedness with his gentleness and love. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Otto of the Silver Hand is both modern and readable.