The Last Kingdom Saxon Tales Series 4-6 3 Books Collection Set by Bernard Cornwell - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Sword Song
The Burning Land
Death of Kings

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Harper Paperbacks

Overview
This three-book set collects the fourth, fifth, and sixth novels in Bernard Cornwell's Saxon Tales series -- Sword Song, The Burning Land, and Death of Kings -- the basis for the hit TV series The Last Kingdom. Set in the late ninth and early tenth centuries, the novels follow Uhtred of Bebbanburg as he fights for a fragile Wessex under King Alfred, then navigates the uncertain succession following the king's death. Cornwell blends ferocious battle scenes with sharp political intrigue and lived-in historical detail, tracing England's violent path toward unity. A must-have set for readers wanting three straight chapters of Uhtred's saga.

About the Books
Across Sword Song, The Burning Land, and Death of Kings, Bernard Cornwell continues one of the most acclaimed sagas in modern historical fiction, tracing Uhtred of Bebbanburg's journey into a seasoned commander shaping the fate of Wessex. Sword Song opens in 885 with England split between the Danish north and Saxon south; King Alfred sends Uhtred to seize London, entangling him with Aethelred's ambitious wife, Aethelflaed. The Burning Land pushes into the late ninth century as Alfred's health declines and the Danes sense a fresh chance to strike at a weakened Wessex. Death of Kings closes out this trio with Alfred's death and the perilous transition of power to his son Edward, as rival claimants and renewed Viking pressure threaten decades of hard-won unity. Throughout, Cornwell balances brutal, meticulously researched battle scenes with intimate character drama, exploring loyalty, faith, and the compromises required to forge a nation. Uhtred remains torn between the pagan gods he honors and the Christian kings he serves, making him one of historical fiction's most compelling heroes. Together, these three books mark the narrative midpoint of the Saxon Tales, deepening the stakes of earlier volumes -- an excellent entry point for new readers and a satisfying read for longtime fans.

Key Benefits

• Collects three consecutive Saxon Tales novels in one paperback set
• Brand new copies, ready to read or gift
• Follows Uhtred through pivotal battles and a succession crisis
• Basis for the hit TV show The Last Kingdom
• Ideal for historical fiction fans and series completists
• A great gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading

Book-by-Book Guide
Sword Song — Uhtred is sent by King Alfred to seize London from the Danes.
The Burning Land — With Alfred's health failing, Uhtred faces renewed Viking incursions.
Death of Kings — Alfred's death throws the succession into chaos, forcing Uhtred to choose sides.

About the Author
Bernard Cornwell was born in London and worked in television before moving to the United States, where a work-permit issue prompted him to write his first novel. He has since become one of the world's most widely read historical fiction authors, best known for the Saxon Tales -- the basis for the television series The Last Kingdom -- as well as the Richard Sharpe novels. Renowned for pairing meticulous historical research with fast-paced, character-driven storytelling, Cornwell brings the Viking Age and the making of England to life with vividness, earning a devoted readership worldwide.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect for historical fiction fans, gifting for birthdays or summer reading, this set delivers three consecutive chapters of Uhtred's saga in one paperback collection. Ideal for readers who loved the TV series and want to dive into the books, or for fans filling gaps in their Saxon Tales library.

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