Eric Brighteyes

Eric Brighteyes

by H. Rider Haggard

Eric Brighteyes is an epic Viking novel set in 10th century Iceland. The story follows the adventures of Eric Thorgrimursson, a young man who falls in love with Gudruda the Fair, the daughter of a powerful chieftain. However, their love is forbidden, and Eric must fight to win Gudruda's hand. Along the way, he faces the challenges of rival suitors, sorcerers, and treacherous enemies.

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Sir Henry Rider Haggard (22 June 1856 – 14 May 1925) was an English writer of adventure fiction set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a pioneer of the lost world literary genre. He...

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