Eric Brighteyes by H. Rider Haggard, Fiction, Fantasy, Historical, Action & Adventure, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology - Haggard, H. Rider
31,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Versandkostenfrei*
Versandfertig in 1-2 Wochen
payback
16 °P sammeln
  • Gebundenes Buch

A gripping tale of betrayal, blood-gorged blades and the pursuit of heart's desire, Eric Brighteyes follows the adventures of a young man raised on Coldback farm -- a lonely place to be found where the Westman Isles rise from the sea. Plagued by misfortune, the golden-haired Eric Brighteyes finds himself outlawed and exiled -- even as he wins the legendary sword of King Odin, Whitefire. Eric struggles against treachery to fight his way back to his home and to the two women whose lives are fatefully intertwined with his: Gudruda the Fair and Swanwild the Fatherless.

Andere Kunden interessierten sich auch für
Produktbeschreibung
A gripping tale of betrayal, blood-gorged blades and the pursuit of heart's desire, Eric Brighteyes follows the adventures of a young man raised on Coldback farm -- a lonely place to be found where the Westman Isles rise from the sea. Plagued by misfortune, the golden-haired Eric Brighteyes finds himself outlawed and exiled -- even as he wins the legendary sword of King Odin, Whitefire. Eric struggles against treachery to fight his way back to his home and to the two women whose lives are fatefully intertwined with his: Gudruda the Fair and Swanwild the Fatherless.
Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Autorenporträt
Born in 1856 in Bradenham, Norfolk, England, Henry Rider Haggard was the eighth of ten children in a family with literary interests; his mother, Ella Doveton, was a poet and author. At 19, he ventured to southern Africa as secretary to the governor of Natal, Sir Henry Bulwer, immersing himself in the continent's landscapes and cultures. This experience profoundly influenced his later writings.Returning to England in 1882, Haggard pursued law but soon turned to literature, achieving fame with King Solomon's Mines in 1885. This novel introduced Allan Quatermain, a character who would feature in numerous subsequent works. Haggard's storytelling captivated readers with tales of adventure set in exotic locales.Beyond fiction, Haggard engaged in agricultural reform and land use issues, reflecting his diverse interests. Knighted in 1912 and appointed a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1919, he was recognized for his contributions to literature and public service. Haggard passed away in 1925, leaving a legacy that continues to influence adventure literature.