A Thane of Wessex: Being a Story of the Great Viking Raids into Somerset
1896
A Thane of Wessex: Being a Story of the Great Viking Raids into Somerset
1896
Adventure
A Thane of Wessex, written by Charles W. Whistler and first published in 1896, is a historical novel set during the Anglo-Saxon period. The story follows Heregar, a young thane who faces betrayal and loss of status after being falsely accused of treason against King Ethelwulf. As he transforms from a nobleman to an outlaw, Heregar embarks on a quest for revenge amidst the chaos of Viking raids, exploring themes of loyalty, treachery, and the struggle for honor in a turbulent time.
