A taste of Malta - Maltese history and literature for the afficianado
Discover the rich heritage of Malta with our curated list of afficionado books on Maltese history and literature. Immerse yourself in the island's culture, stories, and flavors—perfect for true enthusiasts.
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Ironfire
by David W. Ball
In the Mediterranean, 16th-century, a mighty struggle looms between the Christian kingdoms, roiled by religious strife and political intrigue, and the surging Ottoman Empire. All that stands in the sultan's way is a tiny island and its small band of defenders--the Knights of Malta.
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The Disorderly Knights
by Dorothy Dunnett
The third volume in "The Lymond Chronicles, the highly renowned series of historical novels by Dorothy Dunnett, Disorderly Knights takes place in 1551, when Francis Crawford of Lymond is dispatched to embattled Malta, to assist the Knights of Hospitallers in defending the island against the Turks. But shortly the swordsman and scholar discovers that the greatest threat to the Knights lies within their own ranks, where various factions vie secretly for master.
