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Set in late seventh and early eighth centuries Northumbria, the narrative follows Alric, a young Saxon born in 775, and his twin sister, Hilda. As their parents prepare them for a life of devotion, Alric is destined for the monastery at Wearmouth, while Hilda is to join the convent at Whitby. The story explores themes of faith, familial bonds, and the impact of religious life on personal choices.
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The House of Light, Elizabeth James
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- Released
- 2008
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- (Hardcover with dust jacket)
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- Title
- The House of Light
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Elizabeth James
- Publisher
- AuthorHouse
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages
- 696
- ISBN13
- 9781434366351
- Category
- Historical prose
- Description
- Set in late seventh and early eighth centuries Northumbria, the narrative follows Alric, a young Saxon born in 775, and his twin sister, Hilda. As their parents prepare them for a life of devotion, Alric is destined for the monastery at Wearmouth, while Hilda is to join the convent at Whitby. The story explores themes of faith, familial bonds, and the impact of religious life on personal choices.