How Emma Of Normandy Risked Her Life To Save England
Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Emma of Normandy is one of the most intriguing medieval queens who pushed England into a new era, and yet, she is largely forgotten today.
Who was this strong-minded woman determined to stay in England and change the course of history despite fearing for her life?
The year was 1016, and Queen Emma's husband, Aethelred the Unready, had just died, leaving her a widow. Queen Emma knew the Vikings had conquered the country, and her life was in danger.
Being intelligent, Emma comes up with the idea that she might save herself, her children, and England. She will use her female charm and seduce Cnut the Great, but will the Viking King be attracted to her?
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