51 pages • 1 hour read
Howard PyleMen of Iron
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1891A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Men of Iron follows Myles Falworth, a young boy who witnesses a knight's murder and later becomes a squire at Devlen Castle. Through trials, friendships, and a secret order called the Knights of the Rose, Myles trains to reclaim his family's honor. After proving his valor in tournament combat, he confronts his father's enemy, ultimately restoring his family's standing. The story includes descriptions of combat-related violence involving adolescents and one animal.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Howard Pyle's Men of Iron is praised for its vivid historical setting and engaging plot, appealing to readers who enjoy medieval adventures and coming-of-age stories. However, some critique its pacing and occasional archaic language, which may challenge contemporary readers. Overall, it remains a compelling classic for those interested in chivalric tales.
Who Should Read Men of Iron?
Fans of swashbuckling tales like The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas or readers enchanted by the historical settings and knightly valor in Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott will relish Howard Pyle's Men of Iron for its adventurous narrative, medieval backdrop, and coming-of-age heroics.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
1210LBook Details
Classic Fiction
Historical Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Medieval Literature / Middle Ages
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Politics / Government
History: World