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Title: A King's Comrade: A Story of Old Hereford
Note: Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Martin Robb
Summary: "A King's Comrade: A Story of Old Hereford" by Charles W. Whistler is a novel likely written in the early 20th century that intertwines historical events with rich storytelling. The book takes readers into the tumultuous times of early medieval England, where the characters navigate shifting alliances, the intrigue of royal courts, and the looming threat of Viking invasions. Central to the narrative is Wilfrid, a young nobleman whose journey is marked by significant encounters with royal figures, including the formidable Queen Quendritha and the Atheling Ecgbert. The opening of the story sets the stage for the clash of cultures brought about by the arrival of the Danes in Wessex. It introduces a rich tapestry of characters, including the beautiful and enigmatic Quendritha, and conveys the foreboding unease surrounding her actions. As Wilfrid finds himself in the midst of warfare and political machinations, he grapples with loyalty, friendship, and the expectation of heroism. The narrative unfolds with vivid descriptions of the landscape, the characters' emotions, and the fierce battles that define this historical moment, compelling readers to engage deeply with the fates of Wilfrid, Ecgbert, and their companions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Whistler, Charles W. (Charles Watts), 1856-1913
EBook No.: 13438
Published: Sep 11, 2004
Downloads: 66
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Ethelbert, Saint, -794 -- Fiction
Subject: Offa, King of the Mercians, -796 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A King's Comrade: A Story of Old Hereford
Note: Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Martin Robb
Summary: "A King's Comrade: A Story of Old Hereford" by Charles W. Whistler is a novel likely written in the early 20th century that intertwines historical events with rich storytelling. The book takes readers into the tumultuous times of early medieval England, where the characters navigate shifting alliances, the intrigue of royal courts, and the looming threat of Viking invasions. Central to the narrative is Wilfrid, a young nobleman whose journey is marked by significant encounters with royal figures, including the formidable Queen Quendritha and the Atheling Ecgbert. The opening of the story sets the stage for the clash of cultures brought about by the arrival of the Danes in Wessex. It introduces a rich tapestry of characters, including the beautiful and enigmatic Quendritha, and conveys the foreboding unease surrounding her actions. As Wilfrid finds himself in the midst of warfare and political machinations, he grapples with loyalty, friendship, and the expectation of heroism. The narrative unfolds with vivid descriptions of the landscape, the characters' emotions, and the fierce battles that define this historical moment, compelling readers to engage deeply with the fates of Wilfrid, Ecgbert, and their companions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Whistler, Charles W. (Charles Watts), 1856-1913
EBook No.: 13438
Published: Sep 11, 2004
Downloads: 66
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Ethelbert, Saint, -794 -- Fiction
Subject: Offa, King of the Mercians, -796 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.