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Title: King Alfred's Viking: A Story of the First English Fleet
Note: Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Martin Robb
Summary: "King Alfred's Viking: A Story of the First English Fleet" by Charles W. Whistler is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character Ranald Vemundsson, a young Viking who becomes entwined with the legendary King Alfred of Wessex during a pivotal time in English history, when Norsemen were frequently raiding the land. The novel sets out to explore themes of loyalty, honor, and the brutal realities of Viking life, as Ranald seeks to regain his father's kingdom while serving a king renowned for his wisdom and courage. At the start of the novel, the preface establishes a foundation of historical accuracy that informs the narrative, particularly concerning King Alfred and the Viking raids in 9th-century England. The opening chapter introduces Ranald, who recounts his turbulent childhood in Norway, marked by his father's death at the hands of rival warriors, and details his journey to become a respected leader among his peers. As Ranald navigates the complexities of Viking society, he ultimately finds himself serving King Alfred, reflecting on the fate of his homeland and the friendships he forges amid the tumultuous backdrop of war. The narrative promises an engaging combination of adventure and character development set against the historical events of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Whistler, Charles W. (Charles Watts), 1856-1913
EBook No.: 14034
Published: Nov 13, 2004
Downloads: 78
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Alfred, 871-899 -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: King Alfred's Viking: A Story of the First English Fleet
Note: Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Martin Robb
Summary: "King Alfred's Viking: A Story of the First English Fleet" by Charles W. Whistler is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character Ranald Vemundsson, a young Viking who becomes entwined with the legendary King Alfred of Wessex during a pivotal time in English history, when Norsemen were frequently raiding the land. The novel sets out to explore themes of loyalty, honor, and the brutal realities of Viking life, as Ranald seeks to regain his father's kingdom while serving a king renowned for his wisdom and courage. At the start of the novel, the preface establishes a foundation of historical accuracy that informs the narrative, particularly concerning King Alfred and the Viking raids in 9th-century England. The opening chapter introduces Ranald, who recounts his turbulent childhood in Norway, marked by his father's death at the hands of rival warriors, and details his journey to become a respected leader among his peers. As Ranald navigates the complexities of Viking society, he ultimately finds himself serving King Alfred, reflecting on the fate of his homeland and the friendships he forges amid the tumultuous backdrop of war. The narrative promises an engaging combination of adventure and character development set against the historical events of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Whistler, Charles W. (Charles Watts), 1856-1913
EBook No.: 14034
Published: Nov 13, 2004
Downloads: 78
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Alfred, 871-899 -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.