The book "Talisman" by the famous Scottish writer Walter Scott is a fascinating adventure reflection of medieval history. The main character, young Edward, manages to go on a long journey through England and France to save King Richard the Lionheart. During his adventures, the boy faces secrets, riddles and dangers that endanger his life. The author skillfully combines historical facts with fantastic elements, which makes this book an exciting read for both adults and teenagers. "Talisman" is a work that fascinates with its atmosphere and beautiful language, and deserves to be recognized by fans of literature of different age categories.