Thorstein Of The Mere: A Saga Of The Northmen In Lakeland

by William Gershom Collingwood

Book Overview

Thorstein Of The Mere is a historical novel by W.G. Collingwood that tells the story of Thorstein, a Northman who settles in the Lakeland region of England during the Viking Age. The book follows Thorstein's journey as he establishes himself in the region, builds relationships with the local people, and becomes embroiled in the political and social conflicts of the time. Along the way, Thorstein must navigate the complex relationships between the Norse and English cultures, confront the challenges of leadership, and face the consequences of his actions. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in the Viking Age, with rich descriptions of the landscape, culture, and customs of the time. It is a compelling story of adventure, romance, and political intrigue that will appeal to readers of historical fiction and fans of Norse mythology.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163104671
• ISBN13: 9781163104675
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"