Edwy the Fair or the First Chronicle of Aescendune A Tale of the Days of Saint Dunstan

The Novel Is Set In England During The 10Th Century And Provides A Fictionalized Account Of Historical Events During The Reign Of Edwy The Fair. The Story Explores The Political And Religious Conflicts Of The Time Including The Tension Between The Monarchy And The Church As Well As The Influence Of Figures Like Saint Dunstan Who Played A Significant Role In English History. Edwy The Fair Belongs To A Genre Of Historical Novels That Were Popular During The 19Th Century. These Novels Aimed To Recreate The Past Often Blending Real Historical Events With Fictional Characters And Plotlines. In The Case Of This Novel Rev. A. D. Crake Combines Elements Of History Romance And Adventure To Provide Readers With A Glimpse Into The Social And Political Landscape Of Anglo-Saxon England. If You Have An Interest In Historical Fiction Set In Medieval Times And Enjoy Novels That Incorporate Elements Of Both History And Romance Edwy The Fair Might Be A Book Worth Exploring.