* Also, he eventually reconciles with his son up to a great extent. Wilfred Of Ivanhoe- * Wilfred (Ivanhoe) is the protagonist of our story and thus plays a central role in the entire plot. * Being Cedric’s son, he is essentially a knight from a Saxon family. * However, he is seen as a strong supporter of the Norman king, King Richard and it is owing to this that Cedric initially disowns him. * Ivanhoe is a skilled warrior and a ladies man at the same time. He is shown to
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Tyre, only 375 knights to attempt a defense at Ascalon, but Baldwin was blockaded there by Saladin, who, again according to William of Tyre, had 26,000 men. Accompanying Baldwin was Raynald of Chatillon, lord of Oultrejordain, who had just been released from captivity in Aleppo in 1176. Raynald was a fierce enemy of Saladin, and was the effective commander of the army, with King Baldwin too ill to command it personally. Also with the army were Odo de St Amand, master of the Knights Templar, Baldwin
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Fake Memories of Me by Cathyn McKenna Copyright 2016 ===== 1 September, 1853. Our parent's summer estate outside Arkangel'sk. You, 17, freshly returned from your second year at the Tsar's Imperial Riding Academy, your eyes all aglow with the thoughts of your Commission, two years hence, but still completely dominating your thoughts and words. Me, 25, already bored of The Social Circle, as all heirs were obligated to navigate, the slow gyration of palaces, dances, hunting, small talk,
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Impact of Crusades in European History The time referred to as the High Middle Ages in Europe in the 11th century was in stark contrast to the Europe of the Renaissance. The continent was divided into kingdoms of weaker monarchs fragmented into small fiefdoms. The political landscape was dominated by the powerful aristocracy and even more powerful men of the religion. Life conditions were dismal for most of the population, trade was nearly nonexistent. In terms of arts and sciences, European civilization
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The Batman Behind the Mask Greetings! Are you here for your meeting with Master Wayne? Unfortunately he is occupied at the moment, so please take a seat and relax. Oh goodness, where are my manners. Would you care for anything to eat or drink? No? Then welcome to the gorgeous Wayne Manor, home of the one and only Bruce Wayne. I am Alfred Thaddeus Crane Pennyworth, the valet of Wayne Manor, but you may just call me Alfred (“Alfred Pennyworth”). After a valiant career as an intelligence agent, I
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In the novel Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, it begins with the mutants taking control over the Gothman and they claim themselves as the ruler of the world. I would change the way how the mutants dress by making them wear a green costume with a black mask. Instead of them using guns as weapons I would make them use swords. Their laughter should sound like the evil green joker to manifest their evil plan. One scene I would like to put in the movie is when Batman drives the Batmobile to destroy the
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Imi intinzi in fata nenumarate capcane lirice Esti un coate goale, nu-ti place lumea sa te critice SI stii ce? Pun pariu ca te pun jos in stil KO Si te trimit acasa impachetat precum un Kung-Pao Ma ameninti cu pistol? Eu am tun si trag fara mila Te-ai albit asa de tare incat ai ajuns sa-mi provoci sila Te prind ca un vietnamez incatusat de americani Nu o sa ma faci in rime nici peste 1000 ani. Cand apar eu, ar fi bine sa te ascunzi, si fa-o bine Ca si in gaura de maus langa jerry, si pe
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Dark and gloomy Gotham was in danger until the same gloomy looking person – Batman appeared in the huge city. New York – the prototype of Gotham is saved now - fantastically fast, dangerous to Evil, but kind to all good citizens Batman is ready to defend anyone who is in danger. No one guesses that Bruce Wayne – the famous billionaire, highly educated person who attended courses in the best universities – Sorbonne and Cambridge hides his personality under the mask and costume of a superhero. The
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The Dark Knight Rises (2012) Cast: Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt Director: Christopher Nolan Synopsis: Christian Bale stars as both the classic caped crusader and his billionaire alter-ego, Bruce Wayne. In this third installment of Christopher Nolan’s Batman films, Bruce Wayne no longer feels that the City of Gotham needs a hero and goes on a secluded hiatus. However, when a new villain, Bane (Tom Hardy), threatens Gotham City, Wayne dons his cape and mask once
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In the movie, "The Dark Knight" directed by Christopher Nolan, Bruce Wayne, also known as "Batman" is faced with four nemesis conflict. Bruce Wayne is a billionaire son and the CEO to Wayne Enterprises. Whenhe was young, he witnessed his parents death leaving a scar within him. As he grew, he created another identity know as "Batman. Batman would serve justice and keep Gotham a safe place. In the movie "The Dark Knight", Bruce faced conflicts with an individual, a group, himself and reality.
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