Gudrid the Fair: A Tale of the Discovery of America by Maurice Hewlett
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"Gudrid the Fair: A Tale of the Discovery of America" by Maurice Hewlett is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores the life of Gudrid, a beautiful and wise Icelandic woman whose lineage connects her to the early Norse explorations of America. The narrative weaves together elements of Viking history and personal relationships, particularly focusing on Gudrid's experiences with love, marriage, and her role in the burgeoning
settlement in Greenland. The opening of the tale introduces Thorbeorn, Gudrid’s father, who is facing challenges with age and debt, while simultaneously taking pride in his daughter’s beauty and desirability. Luthe focus shifts to Gudrid, a well-groomed and talented young woman of fifteen, as she navigates courtship and familial expectations. Her father's protective nature complicates her interactions with potential suitors, leading to dire consequences when he discovers her in an innocent rendezvous with a young man. The stage is set for Gudrid's journey through love, strife, and identity against the backdrop of early Norse exploration, hinting at her future encounters and relationships in a new land. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hewlett, Maurice, 1861-1923 |
|---|---|
| Title | Gudrid the Fair: A Tale of the Discovery of America |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 90.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Discoveries in geography -- Fiction |
| Subject | America -- Discovery and exploration -- Fiction |
| Subject | Northmen -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23643 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23643-8 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 165 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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