Agincourt: A Romance

"Agincourt: A Romance" by George Payne Rainsford James is a novel that tells the story of the Battle of Agincourt, a significant English victory in the Hundred Years' War. Set in 1415, the book begins with the failed negotiations between France and England and the lead-up to the battle. The story revolves around a mysterious traveler named "Hal of Hadnock," who is shown hospitality by a knight named Sir Philip Beauchamp. Hal befriends a young man named Richard of Woodville, who grows suspicious of him. As the story progresses, we learn more about Hal and Richard, and their involvement in the battle. This book offers an intriguing and entertaining take on a pivotal moment in history.