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Set in AD 781, the story unfolds in pagan Saxony under the oppressive rule of King Karolus. Duke Widukind seeks to rally the once-mighty berserker Bjarki Bloodhand and his sister Tor to his cause against Christian tyranny. Complicating matters, Bjarki has eloped with Widukind's sister, Edith, enraging her betrothed, Abbio, who unleashes a spell to drive Bjarki into madness. The narrative explores themes of rebellion, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom, appealing to fans of Viking epics and historical fiction.
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Blood of the Bear, Angus Donald
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Blood of the Bear
- Subtitle
- An epic Viking tale of valour and comradeship
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Angus Donald
- Publisher
- Canelo
- Publisher
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 368
- ISBN13
- 9781804362358
- Category
- Fiction, Historical prose
- Description
- Set in AD 781, the story unfolds in pagan Saxony under the oppressive rule of King Karolus. Duke Widukind seeks to rally the once-mighty berserker Bjarki Bloodhand and his sister Tor to his cause against Christian tyranny. Complicating matters, Bjarki has eloped with Widukind's sister, Edith, enraging her betrothed, Abbio, who unleashes a spell to drive Bjarki into madness. The narrative explores themes of rebellion, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom, appealing to fans of Viking epics and historical fiction.