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Warrior Scarlet

by Rosemary Sutcliff

A young man’s path to warrior status in Bronze Age Britain

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    The book is described as “a stark and beautifully written story.”

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A young man’s path to warrior status in Bronze Age Britain

Set in Bronze Age Britain, Rosemary Sutcliff’s novel centers on Drem, whose withered arm stands between him and the warrior status he hopes to earn. His struggle connects personal ambition with the expectations of manhood in the world the book depicts. The historical setting and the obstacle at the heart of the premise give the story a clear focus on disability, belonging, and the meaning of proving oneself.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Young readers interested in historical fiction set in ancient civilizations
  • Readers seeking a story about disability and personal determination
  • Those interested in coming-of-age stories shaped by social expectations

Themes

DisabilityComing of ageManhood and social expectationsDeterminationBronze Age Britain

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Book overview

In Bronze Age Britain, young Drem must overcome his disability-a withered arm-if he is to prove his manhood and become a warrior.

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