About the book: 2002 / Dangerous adventures, palace intrigues, poisons, conspiracies, exciting chases and fights, frantic passions of love filled the life of the young Chevalier de Lagardere and his friends. His signature blow with a sword made the most cruel warriors tremble, and his pure heart conquered unapproachable beauties. The novel “The Youth of Lagardère” opens a series of books dedicated to the adventures of the brave Chevalier de Lagardère. The novels are set in France and Spain in the 18th century..