Caeowalla: Or The Saxons In The Isle Of Wight A Tale (1888)

By Frank Cowper

Book Overview

Caeowalla: Or The Saxons In The Isle Of Wight A Tale (1888) is a historical fiction novel written by Frank Cowper. The book is set in the Isle of Wight during the 7th century and follows the story of Caeowalla, a Saxon warrior, and his struggle against the invading forces of the Jutes. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of the political and social landscape of the time, including the tensions between the various Saxon tribes and the growing influence of Christianity. The story is told through the eyes of Caeowalla, who must navigate the complex alliances and betrayals of his people in order to protect his homeland. The book is notable for its detailed descriptions of battle scenes and its use of Old English language and dialects. Overall, Caeowalla: Or The Saxons In The Isle Of Wight A Tale is a gripping and immersive historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the early Anglo-Saxon period.This Book Is In English.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: 1161029559
• ISBN13: 9781161029550
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"