The Story of Rolf and the Viking Bow: A Viking Tale of Youth, Loyalty, and the Early Medieval World - Hardcover

French, Allen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1515434931 ISBN 13: 9781515434931

Verlag: SMK Books, 2018

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A historical novel set in early medieval England, presenting the life of a young Viking through conflict, loyalty, and the shaping of identity within a changing world. First published in 1909, The Story of Rolf and the Viking Bow follows the fortunes of Rolf, a boy of Norse heritage whose life unfolds against the backdrop of Viking incursions and settlement in England. The narrative traces his movement from youth into maturity, shaped by warfare, allegiance, and the demands of survival. French situates the story within a carefully constructed historical setting, drawing upon the conditions and tensions of the period while maintaining a clear and continuous narrative line. The work forms part of the early twentieth-century tradition of historical fiction for younger readers, combining elements of adventure with an emphasis on character and moral development. Its presentation of Viking life, though shaped by the conventions of its time, reflects an interest in cultural encounter and the formation of identity. The novel remains a representative example of historical storytelling intended to introduce readers to the early medieval world.

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Allen French (1870-1943) was an American writer and educator known for his historical novels for younger readers. His work frequently draws upon early English and Norse history, presenting these subjects in a narrative form intended to engage and instruct. French's writing reflects a combination of historical interest and pedagogical purpose, situating his work within the broader tradition of early twentieth-century educational fiction.

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• Verlag: SMK Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1515434931
• ISBN 13: 9781515434931
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 148
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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