Publisher's Synopsis
Hereward The Wake: Last Of The English is a historical novel written by Charles Kingsley and published in 1895. The book tells the story of Hereward, a legendary Anglo-Saxon hero who fought against the Norman invasion of England in the 11th century. Hereward is portrayed as a brave and resourceful warrior who leads a rebellion against the Normans and becomes a symbol of resistance for the English people.The novel is set in the years following the Battle of Hastings, when William the Conqueror had established his rule over England. Hereward, who had been exiled from his homeland, returns to England and joins forces with other English rebels to fight against the Normans. The book follows his adventures as he engages in battles, rescues prisoners, and outwits his enemies.Throughout the novel, Kingsley portrays Hereward as a heroic figure who embodies the virtues of courage, loyalty, and patriotism. He also highlights the brutality and injustice of the Norman conquest, depicting the Normans as cruel and oppressive rulers who mistreat the English people.Overall, Hereward The Wake: Last Of The English is a gripping tale of adventure and heroism that offers a vivid portrayal of the struggles and triumphs of the English people during a pivotal moment in their history.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.
