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The Burning Land: A Novel (Saxon Tales) |  | Author: Bernard Cornwell Publisher: Harper Category: Book
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Media: Hardcover Edition: First Edition first Printing Pages: 352 Number Of Items: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2 Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 1.3
ISBN: 0060888741 Dewey Decimal Number: 823.914 EAN: 9780060888749 ASIN: 0060888741
Publication Date: January 1, 2010 Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| • | ISBN13: 9780060888749 | | • | Condition: NEW | | • | Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. |
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In a clash of heroes, the kingdom is born. At the end of the ninth century, King Alfred of Wessex is in ill health; his heir, an untested youth. His enemy, the Danes, having failed to conquer Wessex, now see their chance for victory. Led by the sword of savage warrior Harald Bloodhair, the Viking hordes attack. But Uhtred, Alfred's reluctant warlord, proves his worth, outwitting Harald and handing the Vikings one of their greatest defeats. For Uhtred, the sweetness of victory is soon overshadowed by tragedy. Breaking with Alfred, he joins the Vikings, swearing never again to serve the Saxon king. Instead, he will reclaim his ancestral fortress on the Northumbrian coast. Allied with his old friend Ragnarand his old foe Haestenhe aims to invade and conquer Wessex itself. Yet fate has different plans. The Danes of East Anglia and the Vikings of Northumbria are plotting the conquest of all Britain. When Alfred's daughter pleads with Uhtred for help, he cannot refuse her request. In a desperate gamble, he takes command of a demoralized Mercian army, leading them in an unforgettable battle on a blood-soaked field beside the Thames. In The Burning Land, Bernard Cornwell, "the reigning king of historical fiction" (USA Today), delivers a rousing saga of Anglo-Saxon Englandan irresistible new chapter in his thrilling Saxon Tales, the epic story of the birth of England and the legendary king who made it possible.
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Uhtred The Great, an Epic March 10, 2010 jackzvt I enjoyed the previous 4 books in this Saxon Series featuring Uhtred and I found The Burning Land to be another great 5 star read from Cornwell. The hero, Uhtred tells us his story and this one begins in 894 when King Alfred was a waning king and England was in a near state of constant flux and war. I can't think of another historical novelist who succeeds in crafting a historical novel as well as Cornwell and he is a pleasure to read. His books are well researched and credible and it is like taking a step back in a time machine to the 9th century when times were tough and treachery was everywhere. I look forward to part 6 of this Epic Story.
great storytelling March 9, 2010 Anthony W. Dopke (west coast of Illinois) I have read almost all of Cornwell's work and he never fails to enthrall. He has a gift for character making and dialogue. I am so happy that he has kept this story going and I am looking forward to the next adventure.
Edisto Packer fan March 9, 2010 William S. Davies As with all his books, this author does a wonderful job. His works are well written and contain much historical "fact" rather than the imaginings including by some authors. We want more of most of his characters, especially Sharpe!
Another great tale from the early Middle Ages March 6, 2010 Jim Bushnell (Alabama) Cornwell continues his captivating story of Uhtred of Bebbanburg, King Alfred's greatest(and least appreciated!) warlord serving to defend Anglo-Saxon lands in England from the Danish invaders.
The best of the Saxon tales so far March 6, 2010 Karen V. Wasylowski (Florida) The have all been wonderful and I have loved them all. However, to my mind this is the best by far. I cannot understand why there hasn't been a miniseries made of these books. They are riveting, the 'hero' Uhtred is appealing in a mass murderer sort of way, and the period descriptions and history are wonderful. Great book.
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