Alfgar The Dane Or The Second Chronicle Of Aescendune; A Tale Of The Days Of Edmund Ironside

By A.D. Crake

Book Overview

A vivid doorway to a vanished age, Alfgar The Dane opens a window on eleventh century britain with the breath of Beowulf-style tales and the rigour of a scholarly chronicle. This restored edition offers more than a reprint: it revives a historical chronicle that chronicles lords and loyalties, the tremor of danish invasions in england, and the fragile vows that sustain medieval england. Rich with atmosphere and precise in its portrayal of eleventh century nobility, the tale blends saga warmth with disciplined narrative craft, inviting both casual readers and serious readers of history. The book's value lies in its contemporary accessibility paired with a long arc of cultural resonance, making it a touchstone for those who seek a complete historical collection brought back to life. Historically significant and literary in equal measure, Alfgar The Dane sits squarely in the Walter Scott era of romanticised, credible history, while offering fresh perspective for modern audiences. It rewards attentive reading with themes of loyalty and betrayal, political intrigue, and the human costs of power, set against the backdrop of medieval england and its northern horizons. This illustrated edition, with its annotated guidance and scholarly readers' approach, invites new generations to explore a timeless tale as if unearthed anew. A perfect choice for classic-literature collectors and curious readers alike, this edition stands as a cultural treasure, lovingly restored for today's shelves and for tomorrow's readers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354945899
• ISBN13: 9789354945892
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"