The Lay Of Havelok, The Dane

by Walter W. Skeat

Book Overview

The Lay of Havelok the Dane is a medieval romance poem that tells the story of Havelok, a young Danish orphan who is raised in England and eventually becomes king. The poem is believed to have been written in the late 13th century and is one of the earliest examples of English literature that features a Danish hero.The poem opens with the story of Havelok's parents, the Danish king Birkabeyn and his queen, who are murdered by their advisor, Godrich...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432551442
• ISBN13: 9781432551445
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"