I actually ended up with a hardcover copy of this title because of my work on a committee. It was a very eye-opening title that I appreciated! Thank you for the access to this title.

Jordan Mechner's book Templar is totally not what readers of history books would expect. A graphic novel, meaning the story is told through a series of illustrations resembling the comic strips in one's favorite Sunday morning newspaper, requires readers to think differently like an adolescent. The main character Martin even comes off like a teenager on the quest to steal the world's greatest treasure from the King of France and the Pope, in retribution for the two disbanding the Templars and stealing their legendary treasure.

A real life event that occurred in 1307, Mechner's interpretation of this turning point in history is portrayed in a manner that middle school and high school students would relate to, and be able to understand the course of action that took place. Perhaps Mechner's objective in interpreting this world event through illustrations and accompanying captions is to attract young readers and make a serious event palatable for them. The result is an adventure story that is appealing to young readers but older audiences will find juvenile.