The Sword of the Viking King (Viking Tales)

Wessex, Southern England, 878. Fortunes are not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories, named'the outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th century'by Books For Keeps_______________Ideal for readers aged 7+Wessex, Southern England, 878. Fortune is not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownQuizzed for Accelerated Reader_______________'Bubbling with wit, language play and robust dialogue....just the right mix of ingredients to trigger young readers'interest in all things historical'- Books For Keeps From the bestselling author of Horrible Histories... Wessex, Southern England, 878. Fortune is not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period. Book band: Brown Ideal for ages 7 Quizzed for Accelerated Reader Cover Half-title Copyright Title Chapter One: The Soldier Chapter Two: Gytha the Grim Chapter Three: King Alfred Chapter Four: The Road to Athelney Chapter Five: The Sword Chapter Six: The Minstrel Chapter Seven: The Battle Epilogue You Try