Battle For The Island Kingdom England's Destiny 1000 1066
Author: Don Hollway
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: 09 November 2023
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Bloody battles, political intrigues and dynastic marriages all played a part in shaping a nascent England. Battle for the Island Kingdom is a rich history of the violent six decades when Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and ultimately Normans vied for the English crown before the seismic Battle of Hastings determined the fate of England. Discover the defining personalities of the age, from the kings Aethelred and Cnut to their rival queens, Saxon Aelgifu and Norman Emma, to the power-hungry Godwins and ultimately William the Bastard, who would become William the Conqueror. In a sweeping saga reminiscent of The Last Kingdom and Vikings: Valhalla, this is a gripping tale of divided loyalities, treason and military might by master storyteller Don Hollway, author of the critically acclaimed The Last Viking.
