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100 1 _aCowper, Frank,
_d1849-1930
245 1 0 _aCædwalla; or, The Saxons in the Isle of Wight: A Tale
246 1 _aCaedwalla; or, The Saxons in the Isle of Wight: A Tale
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aIllustrated by the author.
500 _aRelease date is 2016-12-12
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Cædwalla; or, The Saxons in the Isle of Wight: A Tale" by Frank Cowper is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the character Cædwalla, a West Saxon king and outlaw, as he navigates the treacherous political landscape of 7th century Isle of Wight. This tale intertwines themes of bravery, revenge, and the struggle for power amidst the backdrop of early medieval England's shifting alliances and conflicts. The opening of the tale introduces us to a dramatic scene set in the misty waters off the Isle of Wight, where three characters—a boys Ædric and Wulf, along with an older man called Biggun—struggle to free their stranded boat. Through their conversation, we learn of a recent attack that destroyed their home and left Ædric injured. As they attempt to find help, the story unfolds the harsh realities of their time, highlighting the dangers posed by raiders and the sense of survival that permeates their lives. The narrative quickly shifts to the introduction of Cædwalla and hints at the complex dynamics of power and loyalty that will play a significant role as the story progresses. The stage is set for adventure as the characters seek refuge and assistance amidst the dying remnants of a once-thriving community, underscoring the historical tension of the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAdventure stories
653 _aVoyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aKings and rulers -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aHonor -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aConversion -- Christianity -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aSaxons -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aIsle of Wight (England) -- Juvenile fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53726
999 _c94560
_d94560