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"In this engaging social history New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, ""the most prolific and successful historical novelist in the world today"" (Wall Street Journal), completes his epic Last Kingdom series with this companion book featuring three exclusive short stories and sixty recipes that bring Uhtred's world to life as never before. My name is Uhtred. I am the son of Uhtred, who was the son of Uhtred and his father was also called Uhtred . . . The Last Kingdom is one of the most successful historical fiction series of our time. The novels tell the epic story of the birth of England and introduces one of the greatest ever fictional heroes: the iconic Uhtred of Bebbanburg, the Saxon-born, Norse-raised warrior and rebel. In this lively compendium, Bernard Cornwell revisits Uhtred's realm, illuminating elements of the Anglo-Saxon world he couldn't fully explore in his novels. Uhtred's Feast offers rich background on the books of the Last Kingdom series, presenting a fascinating, detailed view of Anglo-Saxon life in all its splendor, danger, and beauty. With his narrative flair, Cornwell explores every aspect of this historical period, from the clothes to weapons to food, offering beautifully crafted recipes of early Anglo-Saxon fare, created by renowned UK chef Suzanne Pollak. In addition, he has written three new stories exclusive to this book that reveal the man behind the shield--Uhtred as a young boy, as Alfred's advisor, and as prince."

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"""Cornwell's prose is a pleasure to read, and the food facts are fun."" -- Kirkus Reviews ""Absolutely fascinating . . . . an illuminating history of Uhtred's people is interwoven with background about Cornwell's popular series of novels. Cornwell is a fine storyteller, and this rich, beautifully written book is a guaranteed must- read for his legion of fans."" -- Booklist"

"""Richard Sharpe has the most astounding knack for finding himself where the action is . . . and adding considerably to it."" -- Wall Street Journal"

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Bernard Cornwell is the author of over fifty novels, including the acclaimed New York Times bestselling Saxon Tales, which serve as the basis for the hit Netflix series The Last Kingdom. He lives with his wife on Cape Cod and in Charleston, South Carolina.

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