Bretwalda: Raedwald

By Maurice Price

Seven Kingdoms, all vying for power and dominance, but only one can become overking or Bretwalda, a title only achieved by very few. This is the story of Raedwald, who from an obscure Anglo Saxon kingdom became the dominant force in The British Isles. Through battle and sheer force of character he achieves his ambition, and with it changes the course of history and the history of Anglo Saxon England. With the introduction of christianity he forged a powerful nation that rose above others. We all know the figure from the Sutton Hoo burial, his famous masked helmet, and his beautiful jewellery and ornaments, but what about the man behind the mask? this book takes you in detail following his life, ultimately to the battle of the River Idle and his succession as The overking: Bretwalda. A magical, exciting tale that grows and expands on what we know of this historical character. His interraction with the other kings of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, and the Franks. His introduction of christianity and finally the ultimate victory, putting Edwin on the throne of Northumbria. The tale will continue in the next books of the bretwalda series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482521830
• ISBN13: 9781482521832
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.4" x 6.0"