About the book
WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL • An uplifting story of resilience set in medieval times about a boy who learns to overcome obstacles and ultimately save the castle. This historical fiction novel is a classic for all ages!
“An enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph.” —The New York Times
Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin’s destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone.
A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark’s, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, “Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it.”
Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king.
Editions of The Door in the Wall
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780385072830
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780440227403
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780440402831
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780440227793
- AltFormat
- ISBN 9780807286913
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307806352
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780807208724
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780807282809
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780807286906
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780553525229
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780739364635
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780739371879
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780739364499
Read an Excerpt
WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL • An uplifting story of resilience set in medieval times about a boy who learns to overcome obstacles and ultimately save the castle. This historical fiction novel is a classic for all ages!
“An enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph.” —The New York Times
Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin’s destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone.
A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark’s, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, “Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it.”
Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Door in the Wall about?
WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDAL • An uplifting story of resilience set in medieval times about a boy who learns to overcome obstacles and ultimately save the castle. This historical fiction novel is a classic for all ages!
“An enthralling and inspiring tale of triumph.” —The New York Times
Ever since he can remember, Robin, child of Sir John de Bureford, has been told what is expected of him as the son of a nobleman. He must learn the ways of knighthood. But Robin’s destiny is changed suddenly when he falls ill and loses the use of his legs. Fearing a plague, his servants abandon him, and Robin is left alone.
A monk named Brother Luke rescues Robin and takes him to the hospice of St. Mark’s, where he is taught woodcarving and patience and strength. Says Brother Luke, “Thou hast only to follow the wall far enough and there will be a door in it.”
Robin learns soon enough what Brother Luke means. When the great castle of Lindsay is in danger, Robin discovers that there is more than one way to serve his king.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Door in the Wall?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction
Where can I read a sample of The Door in the Wall?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780385072830
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Door in the Wall?
Marguerite de Angeli
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Door in the Wall is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780385072830) and paperback(ISBN 9780440227403) and paperback(ISBN 9780440402831) and paperback(ISBN 9780440227793) and altformat(ISBN 9780807286913) and ebook(ISBN 9780307806352) and audiobook(ISBN 9780807208724) and audiobook(ISBN 9780807282809) and audiobook(ISBN 9780807286906) and audiobook(ISBN 9780553525229) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780739364635) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780739371879) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780739364499)
Where can I buy The Door in the Wall online or support local independent bookshops?
You can buy The Door in the Wall from below
Where can I buy The Door in the Wall?