02411cam a22003373u 4500 36626 UtSlPG 20260610133833.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 07019669 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Ingemann, Bernhard Severin, 1789-1862 The Childhood of King Erik Menved: An Historical Romance Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-07-05 Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books "The Childhood of King Erik Menved: An Historical Romance" by B. S. Ingemann is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in late 13th century Denmark, focusing on the childhood of Young Erik Menved, the son of King Erik Glipping, amidst political turmoil and personal intrigue. The narrative intertwines real historical characters and events with fictional elements, offering a glimpse into Danish history through the eyes of its characters. At the start of the novel, we find ourselves in Gremermarsh, where a group of seamen and porpoise-hunters is anxiously watching a skiff struggle to land amid a sudden storm. Old Henner Friser, a respected ferryman, takes charge, commanding the crew with authority as they prepare to assist the skiff. The dialogue reveals the tension in the kingdom, discussing the political rivalries and ambitious nobles, particularly Duke Waldemar, who poses a threat to the young king. The action piques with the abduction of Henner's granddaughter, Aasé, leading to a dramatic confrontation with robbers and the entrance of Drost Peter Hessel, who seeks to rescue her. This opening sets the tone for a tale woven with valor, danger, and the complexities of loyalty and betrayal in a time of strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Denmark -- History -- Erik Glipping, 1259-1286 -- Fiction Denmark -- History -- Erik Menved, 1286-1319 -- Fiction Kesson, John https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36626 77466 77466