Publisher's Synopsis
The Cross And The Hammer: A Tale Of The Days Of The Vikings is a historical fiction novel written by H. Bedford-Jones and originally published in 1912. The story is set in the early medieval period and follows the adventures of a young Viking warrior named Olaf Trygvesson.Olaf is the son of a powerful Viking chieftain and is eager to prove himself in battle. He sets out on a journey to raid the coast of England, but his plans are interrupted when he is shipwrecked on the shores of Ireland. There he meets a Christian monk named Father Columba, who introduces him to the teachings of Christianity.As Olaf struggles to reconcile his Viking heritage with his newfound faith, he becomes embroiled in a power struggle between the Irish and the Norsemen. He must navigate treacherous political alliances and dangerous battles to protect his people and uphold his beliefs.The Cross And The Hammer is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and religious conflict, set against the backdrop of the Viking Age. It offers a vivid portrayal of the customs, beliefs, and conflicts of the time, and is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and Viking lore.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.
