02575cam a22003493u 4500 41098 UtSlPG 20260610133935.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04025095 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Liljencrantz, Ottilie A. (Ottilia Adelina), 1876-1910 The Vinland Champions Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-10-18 Produced by sp1nd, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) "The Vinland Champions" by Ottilie A. Liljencrantz is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set in the time of the Viking exploration of North America, the story follows the young Viking Alrek and his adventures as they navigate the challenges and mysteries of Vinland. The novel combines elements of adventure, exploration, and Viking culture, focusing on themes of bravery and the complexities of human relationships in a foreign land. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the crew of the ship Wind-Raven, which is sailing through foggy waters. Alrek, described as an eager and brave young Viking, engages with his crewmates in games and swordplay, showcasing the camaraderie and spirit of the Viking youth. The prologue outlines the attempts of notable explorers, namely Leif Erikson and Thorwald, to settle in Vinland, setting the stage for Alrek's journey in the present day. As tension mounts with Alrek's confrontation with a Skraelling, or native inhabitant, the story hints at themes of honor, conflict, and survival as Alrek seeks to prove his worth in the eyes of his uncle, the Lawman Karlsefne. This opening sets up a tale rich in adventure and the dilemmas faced by the young hero in a time of exploration and discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Discoveries in geography -- Fiction America -- Discovery and exploration -- Norse -- Fiction Kinney, Margaret West, 1872-1952 Kinney, Troy, 1871-1938 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41098 81937 81937