Hereward, The Wake V1-2 (1898) - Charles Kingsley - Bog

Hereward, The Wake is a two-volume historical novel written by Charles Kingsley and published in 1898. The story is set in the 11th century and follows the life of Hereward, a legendary Anglo-Saxon warrior who led a rebellion against the Norman conquerors of England. The novel explores the themes of war, loyalty, love, and betrayal, and is filled with vivid descriptions of battles, sieges, and political intrigue. Volume 1 begins with Hereward as a young man, living in exile in Flanders after his family was defeated by the Normans. He returns to England to fight against the invaders and becomes a leader of the resistance movement. The novel portrays Hereward as a brave and charismatic figure who inspires his followers to fight for their freedom. Along the way, he falls in love with a Norman noblewoman named Torfrida, who becomes his companion and ally.Volume 2 continues the story of Hereward's rebellion, as he and his allies engage in a series of daring raids and battles against the Normans. The novel also delves into the personal relationships of the characters, as Hereward struggles to balance his love for Torfrida with his duty to his people. The novel reaches its climax with the Siege of Ely, a historical event in which Hereward and his followers held out against the Norman army for several months. Overall, Hereward, The Wake is a gripping tale of heroism and resistance, set against the backdrop of the Norman Conquest of England. It is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a vivid and engaging portrait of a tumultuous period in English history.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.