Harold : the Last of the Saxon Kings — Volume 04

: "Harold : the Last of the Saxon Kings — Volume 04" by Lytton, tells the story of Harold Godwinson, England’s final Saxon king, during the turbulent period of the Norman Conquest. Set in the 19th century style, the novel highlights Harold's challenging reign as he balances familial bonds, especially with his mother and brothers, against political tensions and his affection for Edith, a love complicated by circumstance. As Harold faces shifting alliances and the looming threat of William the Norman, his choices are driven by a profound struggle between personal desires and the heavy responsibilities of leadership, ultimately determining his fate and the future of England.