PG13- The Namesake (v)

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The Namesake is a delightful old retelling of the Viking invasion of England and the defense of Wessex by King Alfred. The perspective is that of a one-legged boy who was cared for in a monestary until the King of East Anglia was killed in a nearby battle. Then Alfred began a journey, following a dream that told him to give a certain bridle to his namesake. Though "just" a cripple, Alfred proves himself to be the master of his own fate, a boy who uses his mind to make up for his lack of muscle, even as his namesake King Alfred uses guerrilla warfare tactics against the much larger army of the Northmen. Aimed at young adults, this book is well-written and engaging- an excellent choice for teenagers who are interested in history and warfare.

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