The narrative centers on a dual threat to the nascent "Englaland." To the south, the death of of Mercia in 918 AD triggers political instability as her brother, King Edward of Wessex , moves to annex her kingdom and suppress local rebellion. To the north, a new Viking leader named Sköll emerges, leading an army of "wolf-warriors"—men who fight in a drug-induced, half-crazed state believing they are wolves.
Edward’s oldest son and Uhtred’s friend, whose safety becomes a central motivation for Uhtred’s involvement in Mercian politics. La guerra del Lobo - Bernard Cornwell.epub
Uhtred’s son-in-law and the King of Northumbria, whose rule is directly threatened by Sköll's incursions. Historical and Thematic Context La guerra del Lobo - Bernard Cornwell - Google Books The narrative centers on a dual threat to
Alfred the Great’s successor, whose ambition to unify England often places him at odds with Uhtred’s desire for Northumbrian independence. Uhtred’s son-in-law and the King of Northumbria, whose
Uhtred is drawn into the conflict when Sköll kills a member of his family, prompting a quest for vengeance. Despite his age and desire for retirement, Uhtred’s loyalty to his protégé and his family ties in Northumbria force him into a final, bloody confrontation at the fortress of Heahburh. Key Characters
