The Young Norseman (1907)

By William Brighty Rands

Book Overview

The Young Norseman is a historical novel written by William Brighty Rands in 1907. The book is set in the Viking Age and follows the adventures of a young Norseman named Olaf. Olaf is the son of a wealthy Viking chief and dreams of becoming a great warrior like his father. However, when his father is killed in battle, Olaf is forced to flee his home and seek refuge with a neighboring tribe.As Olaf grows older, he becomes a skilled warrior and gains the respect of his new tribe. He also falls in love with a beautiful woman named Gudrun, but their love is threatened by a rival tribe who seeks to conquer their land. Olaf must use all of his skills and bravery to defend his people and win the heart of Gudrun.The Young Norseman is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the Viking Age. It is filled with battles, romance, and intrigue, and offers readers a glimpse into the fascinating world of the Vikings. Rands' writing is vivid and engaging, and he brings the characters and settings to life with rich detail and description. Overall, The Young Norseman is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction and tales of adventure.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167214498
• ISBN13: 9781167214493
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"