The Story of Rolf and the Viking's Bow by Allen French

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Author French, Allen, 1870-1946
Illustrator Rosenmeyer, Bernard J., 1870-1943
Title The Story of Rolf and the Viking's Bow
Note Reading ease score: 88.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Story of Rolf and the Viking's Bow" by Allen French is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the vivid backdrop of Viking-era Iceland, the narrative follows the protagonist, Rolf, the son of a farmer named Hiarandi, who grapples with the misfortunes that have befallen his family, tied to an ancestral curse. Through Rolf's coming-of-age journey, the story delves into themes of honor, legacy, and the power of choice amid societal expectations. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Hiarandi, known as the Unlucky, who struggles with the burdens of a cursed lineage. After Hiarandi's wife, Asdis, urges him to light a beacon to save shipwrecked sailors, the decision leads to unexpected troubles. Rolf, raised with love and teachings in weapon-craft from his father, showcases his remarkable archery skills but simultaneously becomes entangled in familial conflicts and the complexities of Viking law when tragedy strikes. The opening chapters establish a rich setting filled with characters whose lives intertwine against the backdrop of fate, emphasizing Rolf's determination to confront the consequences of his family's history and seek justice for his father’s death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Vikings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Heroes -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Archers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Iceland -- History -- To 1262 -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 43381
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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