Description

King Penda's Captain: A Romance of Fighting in the Days of the Anglo-Saxons (1908) is a historical fiction novel written by Mackenzie Macbride. The story is set in the Anglo-Saxon era and follows the life of a young warrior named Wulfhere, who is appointed as the captain of King Penda's army. Wulfhere is a brave and loyal warrior who is determined to serve his king and protect his people. He faces numerous challenges and battles, including fighting against the invading Mercians and the powerful King Oswiu of Northumbria. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful princess named Ethelburga, who is also the daughter of his enemy. The novel explores themes of loyalty, honor, love, and war. It provides a vivid portrayal of the Anglo-Saxon society, their customs, and their way of life. The author also includes historical events and figures, such as the Battle of Maserfield and the legendary King Arthur. Overall, King Penda's Captain is a thrilling adventure that will transport readers back in time to the fascinating world of the Anglo-Saxons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.