{"product_id":"9780007219704","title":"The Lords of the North","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Lords of the North\u003c\/strong\u003e is the third installment in Bernard Cornwell's acclaimed Saxon Stories series, continuing the gripping saga of Uhtred of Bebbanburg as he seeks to reclaim his lost heritage. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous 9th-century England, the novel delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and the relentless quest for revenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the betrayal of his uncle, Uhtred embarks on a perilous journey northward, accompanied by Hild, a former nun with her own troubled past. As they traverse the chaotic landscape, they are engulfed in the fierce conflicts between the Saxons and the Viking invaders. Uhtred encounters formidable enemies, including the notorious Sven the One-Eyed and the merciless Kjartan the Cruel, who threaten not only his mission but also his very life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this violent world, Uhtred grapples with his divided loyalties, torn between his Saxon origins and the Viking influences that have shaped him. As the story unfolds, a shocking betrayal forces Uhtred into a desperate struggle for survival, compelling him to rely on his cunning and resourcefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes and Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity and Belonging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uhtred's internal conflict highlights the struggle for self-definition amidst cultural upheaval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRevenge and Betrayal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The quest for vengeance drives the narrative, exploring the consequences of betrayal on personal and political levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cornwell's meticulous research brings the Viking Age to life, immersing readers in a richly textured historical setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFans of Cornwell's previous works, such as \u003cstrong\u003eSharpe's Rifles\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWarriors of the Storm\u003c\/strong\u003e, will find familiar themes of heroism and survival woven throughout the narrative, making \u003cstrong\u003eThe Lords of the North\u003c\/strong\u003e a compelling addition to this epic saga.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481849782604,"sku":"9780007219704","price":13.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780007219704_front.webp?v=1765272359","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-ch\/products\/9780007219704","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}