PUBLISHER: HarperCollins
GENRES: Fiction Books, Historical Fiction
AUTHORS: Bernard Cornwell
PAGES: 352 pages
ISBN13: 9780007218011
TAGS: Fiction Books, Historical Fiction Books, Free Books, PDF Books
LANGUAGE: en
TYPE: Digital
“The Last Kingdom” by Bernard Cornwell is the first book in the “Saxon Stories” series, set in the late 9th century during the Viking invasions of Britain. The story follows the protagonist, Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a Saxon noble captured and raised by Vikings after they attack his family’s estate. Uhtred grows up among the Danes, learning their ways and becoming a skilled warrior.
As Uhtred matures, he finds himself torn between his Saxon heritage and his loyalty to the Danes who raised him. He becomes embroiled in the political and military conflicts of the time, serving various Danish warlords and kings while also harboring a deep desire to reclaim his ancestral lands from his uncle, who has seized control in his absence.
Throughout the book, Uhtred faces numerous challenges and battles, both on the battlefield and within himself as he struggles to define his identity and allegiances. The novel is a gripping tale of warfare, politics, and personal growth, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in British history.
