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In the windswept realms of the Viking Age, where power was seized by the blade and kingdoms rose and fell in the clash of steel, one name resounded with a blend of fear and respect: Eirik Bloodaxe. The Epic of Eirik Bloodaxe unravels the gripping and tumultuous life of this notorious Viking warrior and king, from his ferocious rise to power to his dramatic downfall.
Born into the fierce world of 9th-century Norway, Eirik Bloodaxe emerged as one of Harald Fairhair's many sons, his destiny shaped by the ruthless struggle for dominance within his father's fractured realm. As a young man, Eirik was forged in the fires of Viking warfare, his early exploits earning him a fearsome reputation and the ominous epithet "Bloodaxe."
The book chronicles Eirik's violent ascension to the throne of Norway, his brief but brutal reign, and his eventual exile to the British Isles. In Northumbria, he sought to carve out a new realm of his own, only to be overthrown and later return in a bid for redemption. His turbulent reigns in England, marked by relentless conflict and bloodshed, illustrate the ferocity of his rule and the indomitable spirit of a Viking leader caught between ambition and fate.
Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, The Epic of Eirik Bloodaxe delves into the complexity of Eirik's character and the era's harsh realities. The book paints a vivid picture of a man whose quest for power was as relentless as his legendary battles, capturing both his brutality and his strategic acumen.
In addition to the thrilling narrative, the book includes a detailed timeline of Eirik Bloodaxe's life in the back, providing a historical context that helps dispel the myths and clarify the truth behind the legends. This timeline serves as a guide to understanding the real events that shaped the life of one of the most enigmatic figures of the Viking Age.
Discover the true story behind the legend of Eirik Bloodaxe and immerse yourself in an adventure that brings history's most feared Viking to life.
"Brimming with blood, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of power, The Epic of Eirik Bloodaxe is a thrilling journey through the savage world of Viking kingship—where the line between hero and villain is drawn by the sword." - Sherman Hutchinson, Literary Critic
Título : The Epic of Eirik Bloodaxe
EAN : 9798224541577
Editorial : Mandolin Books
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