Alfgar the Dane or the Second Chronicle of Aescendune. A Tale of the Days of Edmund Ironside

In «Alfgar the Dane or the Second Chronicle of Aescendune: A Tale of the Days of Edmund Ironside,» A. D. Crake intricately weaves a rich tapestry of historical fiction set during the turbulent period of early 11th-century England. The novel explores themes of loyalty, valor, and the struggle for power, focusing on the legendary figure of Edmund Ironside during his confrontation with the Danish invaders. Crake employs a blend of vivid prose and lyrical descriptions, capturing the essence of the Anglo-Saxon milieu while imbuing the narrative with an atmospheric depth reflective of both historical... Next