Via Crucis: A Romance of the Second Crusade
1899
Via Crucis: A Romance of the Second Crusade, published in 1899 by F. Marion Crawford, is a historical novel set during the Second Crusade (1147-1149). The story follows Gilbert Warde, a nobleman's son, as he navigates betrayal, loyalty, and civil war in England. The narrative explores themes of honor, love, and revenge, particularly through the complex relationships between Gilbert, his mother Lady Goda, and the political intrigues surrounding them. The richly described setting and moral dilemmas highlight the intertwining of personal ambitions with the broader historical context of war.
