Hereward The Wake Last Of The English (1895)

Hereward The Wake: Last Of The English is a historical novel written by Charles Kingsley and published in 1895. The novel is set in the 11th century and follows the life of Hereward, a legendary Anglo-Saxon hero who fought against the Norman invasion of England.The story begins with Hereward as a young man, living in exile in Flanders after being banished from England by King Edward the Confessor. Hereward returns to England and becomes a leader of the resistance against the Normans, who have taken control of the country.Throughout the novel, Hereward engages in battles and skirmishes with the Normans, including the famous siege of Ely, where he and his followers held out against the Norman army for several months. The novel also explores Hereward's personal relationships, including his love for the beautiful Torfrida and his friendship with the monk Brand.Kingsley's novel is a fictionalized account of Hereward's life, but it is based on historical events and characters. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of medieval life and warfare, as well as its portrayal of Hereward as a heroic figure who fought to defend his people and their way of life.Overall, Hereward The Wake: Last Of The English is a thrilling historical novel that brings to life the story of one of England's most legendary heroes.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.