King Olaf's Kinsman (Esprios Classics) - Whistler, Charles W.
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Reverend Charles Watts Whistler MRCS, LSA, (1856-1913) was a writer of historic fiction that plays between 600 and 1100 AD, usually based on early English/Saxon chronicles, Norse or Danish Sagas and archeological discoveries. He studied medicine at St Thomas's Hospital, London, and was a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons and a Licentiate of the Society of Apothecaries. After practicing as a surgeon he was ordained deacon in 1884 and priest in 1885. He then served as a clergyman in a succession of parishes. Whistler was interested in the history of England before the Norman Conquest and…mehr

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Reverend Charles Watts Whistler MRCS, LSA, (1856-1913) was a writer of historic fiction that plays between 600 and 1100 AD, usually based on early English/Saxon chronicles, Norse or Danish Sagas and archeological discoveries. He studied medicine at St Thomas's Hospital, London, and was a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons and a Licentiate of the Society of Apothecaries. After practicing as a surgeon he was ordained deacon in 1884 and priest in 1885. He then served as a clergyman in a succession of parishes. Whistler was interested in the history of England before the Norman Conquest and this is reflected in the subject matter of his prolific work as a historical novelist.
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Charles Watts Whistler (1856-1913) was an English writer best known for his historical novels set in the early medieval period. Born into a family steeped in literature and history, Whistler's upbringing was conducive to his future literary pursuits. His works often reflect a meticulous dedication to the recreation of the past, interweaving historical events with fiction to bring bygone eras to life for his readers. Among his many contributions to the historical fiction genre, 'King Olaf's Kinsman' stands out as a prime example of his narrative craft and respect for historical detail. The book follows the adventures of a young Saxon noble in service to King Olaf Tryggvason of Norway, exploring themes of loyalty, warfare, and the clash of cultures during the Viking Age. Whistler's writing is characterized by its robust authenticity, drawing on extensive research to authentically portray the societal norms, dialogue, and landscapes of the time. His depiction of nuanced characters and complex political landscapes has earned him a place amongst noted historical novelists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Despite the waning mainstream recognition of Whistler's work in contemporary literary circles, his novels remain valued by aficionados of historical literature for their evocative representation of a bygone era and their influence on the genre as a whole.