02484cam a22003613u 4500 7679 UtSlPG 20260610133211.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 Harold : the Last of the Saxon Kings — Volume 08 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-03-01 This eBook was produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger "Harold: the Last of the Saxon Kings — Volume 08" by Lytton is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. This book is part of a series that explores the life of Harold Godwinson, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England, during a tumultuous time marked by political intrigue, warfare, and the impending Norman conquest. The narrative captures the complexities of Harold's character, his ambitions, and the relationships that shape his destiny. In this volume, we follow Harold as he navigates significant personal and political challenges after the death of his rival, Algar. He grapples with his feelings for the widowed Queen Aldyth and his desire to secure peace for England while managing the demands of family loyalty and the intrigues of the Norman court. As he prepares to travel to Normandy, Harold faces prophetic visions and ominous warnings regarding his future, raising questions about fate, ambition, and the consequences of his choices. Ultimately, the story reflects on the interplay between destiny and freewill as Harold aims to unite his lands and pursue his goals in a time when England stands on the brink of monumental change. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Biographical fiction Harold, King of England, 1022?-1066 -- Fiction William I, King of England, 1027 or 8-1087 -- Fiction Anglo-Saxons -- Kings and rulers -- Fiction Great Britain -- History -- Edward, the Confessor, 1042-1066 -- Fiction Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7679 49668 49668