The Burning Land
작성자
Bernard Cornwell
4.0 (1
평점)
Action & Adventure
Health & Wellness
형식
페이퍼백
페이지
336
언어
영어
출판됨
Nov 2, 2009
출판사
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
000721975X
ISBN-13
9780007219759
설명
In the twilight of the ninth century, the fate of England hangs in the balance as King Alfred of Wessex faces his declining health. Tensions rise within the kingdom, where the threat of Viking invasions looms ever closer. Uncertainty grips Wessex as Alfred's heir remains untested, leaving the kingdom vulnerable at a crucial moment in its history.
Amidst these challenges, a tapestry of loyalty, betrayal, and heroism unfolds. Characters navigate a landscape riddled with skirmishes and political intrigue, where every decision could tip the scales between survival and destruction. As alliances are forged and broken, the struggle for power brings to light the raw essence of humanity in the face of adversity. The narrative captures the grit and determination of those who strive to protect their homeland from the encroaching darkness, highlighting the enduring spirit of a nation at a crossroads.
Amidst these challenges, a tapestry of loyalty, betrayal, and heroism unfolds. Characters navigate a landscape riddled with skirmishes and political intrigue, where every decision could tip the scales between survival and destruction. As alliances are forged and broken, the struggle for power brings to light the raw essence of humanity in the face of adversity. The narrative captures the grit and determination of those who strive to protect their homeland from the encroaching darkness, highlighting the enduring spirit of a nation at a crossroads.