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- Or The Days Of St. Olaf (1876)

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Erling: Or The Days Of St. Olaf is a historical novel written by Frederick Scarlett Potter and published in 1876. The book is set in Norway during the reign of King Olaf II, also known as St. Olaf, in the 11th century. The story follows the life of Erling, a young Viking who becomes a member of King Olaf's retinue and rises through the ranks to become a trusted advisor to the king. The novel explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the clash of cultures between the pagan Vikings and the Christian missionaries who sought to convert them. The book also features several historical figures, including King Olaf himself, and provides a vivid depiction of life in medieval Norway. Overall, Erling: Or The Days Of St. Olaf is a gripping tale of adventure and political intrigue set against a rich historical backdrop. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the fascinating history of Norway.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781166464042
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 270
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x14 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 363 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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Erling: Or The Days Of St. Olaf is a historical novel written by Frederick Scarlett Potter and published in 1876. The book is set in Norway during the reign of King Olaf II, also known as St. Olaf, in the 11th century. The story follows the life of Erling, a young Viking who becomes a member of King Olaf's retinue and rises through the ranks to become a trusted advisor to the king. The novel explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the clash of cultures between the pagan Vikings and the Christian missionaries who sought to convert them. The book also features several historical figures, including King Olaf himself, and provides a vivid depiction of life in medieval Norway. Overall, Erling: Or The Days Of St. Olaf is a gripping tale of adventure and political intrigue set against a rich historical backdrop. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the fascinating history of Norway.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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