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Death of Kings by Bernard Cornwell unfolds during a turbulent period in English history, focusing on the illustrious Viking battles that marked the reign of King Alfred. The protagonist, Uhtred of Bebbanburg, is torn between allegiance and heritage, as he navigates a landscape of shifting loyalties and epic confrontations. Through strategic warfare and intricate politics, Uhtred's journey explores themes of honour, legacy, and the relentless pursuit of destiny.
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Immerse yourself in a vivid and action-packed historical setting with a gripping tale of power struggles and epic battles, perfect for those who relish stories steeped in medieval conflicts and Norse mythology. If you appreciate a blend of rich historical detail and engaging personal quests, you'll find this narrative both thrilling and captivating.

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Death of Kings

The master of historical fiction presents the iconic story of King Alfred and the making of a nation.

A thrilling Sunday Times bestselling historical adventure novel

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A brand new companion to the Last Kingdom series, Uhtred’s Feast, is available to pre-order now

The sixth novel in Bernard Cornwell’s epic and bestselling series on the making of England and the fate of his great hero, Uhtred of Bebbanburg.

As seen on Netflix and BBC around the world.

Alfred, the great king, is said to be dying. Rivals for his succession are poised to tear the kingdom apart. The country Alfred has worked thirty years to build is about to disintegrate.

Uhtred, the King’s warrior, Viking born but Saxon bred, wants more than anything else to go and fight to reclaim his stolen Northumbrian inheritance. But he knows that if he deserts the King’s cause, Alfred’s dream – and indeed the very future of the English nation – will very likely vanish.

Death of Kings is an outstanding novel by a master storyteller of how England was made – and very nearly lost.

Series: The Last Kingdom Series

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007331802

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 May 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Bernard Cornwell was born in London, raised in Essex and worked for the BBC for eleven years before meeting Judy, his American wife. Denied an American work permit he wrote a novel instead and has been writing ever since. He and Judy divide their time between Cape Cod and Charleston, South Carolina.

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