King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1: or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century.: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1: or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century.: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1: or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ingemann, Bernhard Severin (1789–1862). The listed translation credits are Chapman, Jane Frances.
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"King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1" by Bernhard Severin Ingemann is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in the 13th century and provides a vivid account of Danish history, focusing on King Eric Menved and the political and ecclesiastical struggles of his reign. The narrative intertwines themes of royal authority, papal power, and the social upheaval of the time, primarily showcasing the conflicts faced by characters such as King Eric and the imprisoned Archbishop Grand. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Sjöberg, a village with remnants of ancient structures, and details the imprisonment of Archbishop Grand, a pivotal figure due to his involvement in a regicide plot. The young King Eric, having recently come of age, is portrayed as a determined ruler who grapples with the challenges of enforcing his authority while longing for love and seeking to marry Princess Ingeborg. As the opening unfolds, it highlights the tensions around the archbishop's captivity and the consequences of papal authority, setting the stage for a tale rich in intrigue and drama amid political machinations and personal desires.
Book and edition facts
- Title: King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1: or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century.
- Author credits: Ingemann, Bernhard Severin (1789–1862)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Chapman, Jane Frances
Catalogue subjects
- Denmark -- History -- Erik Menved, 1286-1319 -- Fiction
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- Category: Historical Novels
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