The legend of Robert the Bruce's inspiring encounter with a tenacious spider, popularised by Sir Walter Scott, is well known throughout Scotland and the rest of the world. Following the rebellious king's journey from crushing defeat in battle and daring escape to lonely exile in a dark cave, Robert the Bruce spots a tiny spider that refuses to give up trying to spin its web. Inspired by its perseverance, King Robert returns to the cause, eventually leading his army to victory at the Battle of Bannockburn, a defining moment in Scottish history. Through stunning illustrations and a gripping story, packed with historical detail, children will experience the tension of Robert the Bruce's escape and the excitement of his return to victory. This is an engaging historical tale for children starring one of the most famous figures of the Scottish Wars of Independence.

 

This book is part of a book series called Picture Kelpies .

This book has been graded for interest at 4-7 years.

There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published 2019 by Floris Books .

Molly MacPherson is a writer based in Edinburgh. Teresa Martinez was born and brought up in rural Mexico, moving to Monterrey to go to school. She studied graphic design and painting before becoming a children's book illustrator. She is the illustrator of Mary, Queen of Scots: Escape from Lochleven Castle Molly MacPherson is a writer based in Edinburgh. Natasha Rimmington is a children's book illustrator who graduated from the University of Lincoln. She currently lives in Stirling, Scotland.