King Alfred's Jewel (1909) - Katrina Trask - Bog

King Alfred's Jewel is a historical fiction novel written by Katrina Trask and published in 1909. The story is set in the 9th century in England and revolves around a precious jewel that belongs to King Alfred, the ruler of Wessex. The jewel is said to have magical powers and is believed to bring good luck to its owner.The story follows the journey of the jewel as it is passed down from generation to generation. It is stolen by a Viking warrior, who is later killed by a Saxon knight. The jewel is then given to the knight's daughter, who marries a Norman lord. The jewel is then passed down to their descendants, who face various challenges and obstacles in their quest to keep the jewel safe.Throughout the novel, Trask weaves in historical events and figures, including King Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, and the Battle of Hastings. The story also explores themes of family, loyalty, and the power of belief.Overall, King Alfred's Jewel is a captivating tale of adventure and intrigue set against the backdrop of medieval England.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.