Wulf the Saxon

First published in 1895, "Wulf the Saxon" is the exciting tale of adventure set, during the reign of England's last Anglo-Saxon king by popular and prolific English author G. A. Henty. Best known for his historical adventure stories for youthful audiences, Henty wrote over one hundred books for both children and adults during his lengthy career, many of which were set in the distant past. Considered one of his most interesting and entertaining novels, "Wulf the Saxon" follows the young Wulf of Steyning, a teenaged Saxon thane loyal to King Harold. Wulf's courage and skill are, challenged when he must risk his life to save his shipwrecked king and battle Norsemen at the Battle of Stamford Bridge. Wulf and his loyal men fight alongside King Harold in the dramatic Battle of Hastings in the climax of this fascinating and thrilling story. Well-researched and impressively detailed, Wulf's tale is both entertaining and educational while centered on an encouraging moral lesson of the importance of honor and bravery. "Wulf the Saxon" is a rousing and satisfying adventure that has captured the attention of young readers for generations. This edition includes a biographical afterword.