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The Eagle of The Ninth [Paperback]

Rosemary Sutcliff
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Book Description

7 Oct 2004
The Ninth Legion marched into the mists of northern Britain - and they were never seen again.

Four thousand men disappeared and their eagle standard was lost. It's a mystery that's never been solved, until now . . .

Marcus has to find out what happened to his father, who led the legion. So he sets out into the unknown, on a quest so dangerous that nobody expects him to return.

The Eagle of the Ninth is heralded as one of the most outstanding children's books of the twentieth century and has sold over a million copies worldwide. Rosemary Sutcliff writes with such passion and attention to detail that Roman Britain is instantly brought to life and stays with the reader long after the last page has been turned. The book is also now the subject of a major film.

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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: OUP Oxford; 2004 Edition edition (7 Oct 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0192753924
  • ISBN-13: 978-0192753922
  • Product Dimensions: 12.8 x 19.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (104 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 27,648 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Decades later, I can still hear echoes of The Eagle of the Ninth in my head : the chink of mail, the tired beat of the legionaries' feet.' (The Independent )

'These tales of Roman Britain have yet to be surpassed for their unpatronising prose and adult dangers. Sutcliff makes Classics and archaeology uniquely thrilling for children.' (Amanda Craig, The Times )

'A beautifully written and exciting tale of a young man's mission to save the reputation of his dead father' (Simon Scarrow, Big Issue )

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Age: 10+ --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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75 of 75 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Why isn't six stars possible? 11 Aug 2009
Format:Paperback
I have to declare a vested interest from the outset. Eagle of the Ninth was one of the first historical fiction books I can remember reading as a child, and it instilled in me a great love of all things Roman. When wanting to change career from that of a veterinarian to a writer, Eagle of the Ninth helped inspire me to write Roman fiction.

Quite simply, this, in my opinion, is one of the best historical fiction books ever written. Suitable for all ages from 8 or so upwards, it is a stirring read about the pursuit of honour in the face of great danger. Thoroughly recommended.

Ben Kane, author of The Forgotten Legion.
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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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The book starts by following the career of a young Roman soldier, Marcus, who has been posted to Britain. After his ambitions are shattered, he finds warmth from some unexpected friendships and is called upon to undertake a great adventure when his life appeared to be over. His task, to save Roman rule in Britain, solve the mystery of the missing 9th legion and most importantly, salvage his father's honour.

This book is a fantastic adventure story, moving and vividly imaginative. I first read it aged about 8 and have reread it every few years ever since. I think it moves me more each time I reread it. The writing is simple but beautiful. The starkness of life in those times is not ignored but it is also a celebration of friendship. Very highly recommended.

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A truly tremendous book 28 Mar 2001
By Mrs. K. A. Wheatley TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:Paperback
Why has nobody made a film of this book? It seems a gross oversight to me. This is Gladiator only on English soil. It has all the key ingredients, love, treachery, loyalty, friendship, destiny and a great historical background. I love the fact that the book is based on a real incident. It is well written and really pacy in style. The characters are strong and the atmosphere Sutcliff manages to evoke as the hero and his sidekick wander further from the "civilised" land they know is wonderful, tense and creepy. I finished this book in one sitting and immediately went and bought the other two in the series. I'm saving them because I shall be gutted when they end.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Rosemary Sutcliff Classic
This is an exciting and moving tale set in Britain during the Roman occupation.
It's a thoughtfull and moving story. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Essex Girl
5.0 out of 5 stars Historical Fiction
I have already reviewed this Kindle book on the main Amazon Reviews page - please see that. I don't intend to repeat myself here, sorry.
Published 14 days ago by Mr. G. Johns
4.0 out of 5 stars Lively read...
I remember reading this as a new book when I was a kid and thinking why aren't there loads of stories set against colourful historical backgrounds like this, dripping with the... Read more
Published 17 days ago by Sirius Dogstar
4.0 out of 5 stars The past revisited
Just as good as when I read it as a young person. A good story well placed with a Roman feel.
Published 18 days ago by ian bottreill
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic
I have never read it till now - so why did I wait 50+ years?? Should be in everybody's library
Published 18 days ago by J. R. Duggan
4.0 out of 5 stars The Eagle of the Ninth
Lewis Crosby
A well written historical novel. Well researched and once you begin to enjoy reading suddenly you are part of the journey gather the evidence of the lost Ninth.
Published 21 days ago by L. Crosby
4.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Good enough that I will probably get the sequels to read now! Don't see why Sutcliff is sometimes classified as children's author
Published 23 days ago by foxman
5.0 out of 5 stars Cracking Read
Excellent - Cannot wait to read the sequals. Very good historically and prompted me to go to Hadrians wall to see for myself what it must have been like.
Published 24 days ago by Michael Potts
5.0 out of 5 stars A good novel that has been around for a long time
What more can be written about this story by Rosemary Sutcliff that I first read 50 years ago and am now looking forward to reading with my grandchildren. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Robert W. Dixon-Gough
5.0 out of 5 stars superb read
i enjoyed this book start to finnish. i was on holiday when i read it it lasted two days. it is my first rosemary sutcliff book it wont be my last.
Published 1 month ago by john blair
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