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100 1 _aFenn, George Manville,
_d1831-1909
245 1 4 _aThe King's Sons
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-05-04
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"The King's Sons" by George Manville Fenn is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life of King Ethelwulf of Wessex and his four sons, with a particular emphasis on the youngest, Alfred, who later earned the title of Alfred the Great. Through this narrative, the book explores themes of education, leadership, and the contrasting paths of the royal siblings as they prepare to take on the responsibilities of kingship during a turbulent period marked by Viking invasions. The story begins with the four royal sons enjoying their youth in the beautiful hills of Berkshire, while their tutor, Father Swythe, attempts to instill in them the importance of education, particularly the art of reading and writing. While the elder brothers are more focused on martial skills, Alfred shows a keen interest in the lessons, leading to moments of conflict and eventual growth. As the narrative progresses, it highlights the boys' adventures, their relationship with Father Swythe, and the impending threat of the Viking invasions. This culminates in King Ethelwulf's eventual battle against the invaders and the legacy left behind by Alfred, whose dedication to learning and leadership ultimately contributes to his reputation as a great king. The novel provides both historical insight and a coming-of-age story that reflects the virtues of wisdom and bravery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aConduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aBrothers -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aTeachers -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aSwithun, Saint, Bishop of Winchester -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aAlfred, King of England, 849-899 -- Juvenile fiction
700 1 _aRobinson, T. H.
_q(Thomas Heath),
_d1869-1954
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21315
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