The Armourer's Prentices

'The Armourer's Prentices' is a historical novel by Charlotte M. Yonge that begins by introducing us to two young boys, Stephen and Walter, who live in the New Forest during Tudor times. The first chapter paints a vivid picture of their idyllic surroundings, complete with beech groves, pasture grounds, and deer-hounds. But beneath the surface, the boys are grieving the loss of their father and struggling to find their place in the world. This coming-of-age tale is a timeless story of family, friendship, and self-discovery.