Avi - Crispin, The Cross of Lead (Paperback)

Crispin: The Cross of Lead by Avi is a richly detailed historical adventure set in 14th-century England. When a nameless peasant boy is falsely accused of theft and declared a “wolf’s head,” he becomes a fugitive who can be killed on sight. Given the name Crispin and a mysterious cross of lead left by his mother, he flees his village and encounters Bear, a traveling juggler with secrets of his own.

As the two journey across a country torn by poverty and power, Crispin must discover who he truly is and what freedom means. Avi’s storytelling blends suspense, history, and heart, capturing the struggle for identity and justice in a world bound by class and faith. Winner of the 2003 Newbery Medal, Crispin: The Cross of Lead remains a classroom favorite and a moving tale of courage and hope.

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