
Wulnoth the Wanderer
A Story of King Alfred of EnglandBy Herbert InmanLength7h 12m
About this audiobook
In "Wulnoth the Wanderer," Herbert Inman crafts a richly imagined narrative set against the backdrop of post-Viking Britain, where the tensions between Saxon and Norse cultures unfold. Through vivid imagery and a lyrical style, Inman immerses readers in the uncertainties of the early Middle Ages, balancing historical accuracy with compelling character development. The novel's multi-layered storytelling intricately weaves themes of identity, belonging, and the quest for redemption, offering profound insights into the human experience during a tumultuous era. Herbert Inman, a distinguished historian and novelist, draws inspiration from his extensive research on Anglo-Saxon and Norse history, which profoundly informs the book's authenticity. Inman'Äôs deep-rooted interest in the sociopolitical dynamics of early medieval Europe, combined with his passion for storytelling, drives him to create an authentic and immersive world. His nuanced understanding of personal and historical narratives allows him to engage with the profound questions of humanity while capturing the zeitgeist of the period. For readers captivated by historical fiction that deftly explores the complexities of human emotion against a richly constructed historical backdrop, "Wulnoth the Wanderer" is a must-read. Inman's masterful prose invites readers not only to witness Wulnoth's journey but also to reflect on the enduring struggles of identity and community that resonate through the ages.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Historical Fiction
Length7 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV The Coming of Hungwar and Hubba
14CHAPTER XVII The Passing of Ethelred the King
2CHAPTER V Of Wulnoth's Schooling
15CHAPTER XVIII Of the Coming back of Guthrun
3CHAPTER VI Of Wulnoth's Strange Wrestling in the Place of Desolation
16CHAPTER XIX Of the Capturing of the Raven Banner
4CHAPTER VII Of the Coming of Wulnoth to the Danish Sea-kings
17CHAPTER XX Of the Hunting of the Ring
5CHAPTER VIII Of what befell Wulnoth in the Halls of the Danes
18CHAPTER XXI Of the Gleeman who visited the Danish Camp
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6CHAPTER IX How the Sea-kings sailed for East Anglia
19CHAPTER XXII The Battle of Ethandune
7CHAPTER X Of the Slaying of Edmund, the King of the East Saxons
20CHAPTER XXIII How Hungwar was slain, and the Danes became Christians
8CHAPTER XI How Wulnoth met with Wyborga again
21CHAPTER XXIV How Wulnoth met with Guthred again
9CHAPTER XII How Wulnoth and Wahrmund visited the Christian Church
22CHAPTER XXV The Crowning of Guthred
10CHAPTER XIII Of How Wulnoth met with Edgiva again
23CHAPTER XXVI Of the Wedding of Wulnoth and Edgiva
11CHAPTER XIV How Wahrmund the Dane gave his Life for Wulnoth
24CHAPTER XXVII Skoal!
12CHAPTER XV How Wulnoth came to Alfred
25FOOTNOTES:
13CHAPTER XVI How the Men of Wessex fought the Danes