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''Edwin the Fair and Isaac Comnenus'' is a historical novel written by Henry Taylor and first published in 1875. The book tells two separate stories, one set in medieval England and the other in the Byzantine Empire. The first story follows the life of Edwin, the King of Northumbria in the 7th century. Edwin is a just and wise ruler, but his kingdom is threatened by the neighboring kingdoms of Mercia and Wessex. The novel explores Edwin’s efforts to maintain peace and stability in his kingdom while dealing with political intrigue and personal betrayal.The second story takes place in the 12th century and follows the life of Isaac Comnenus, a Byzantine prince who is forced to flee his homeland after his family is overthrown in a coup. Isaac travels to the court of the Seljuk Turks, where he becomes a trusted advisor to the Sultan. However, Isaac’s loyalty is tested when he falls in love with the Sultan’s daughter and must choose between his love and his duty.Overall, ''Edwin the Fair and Isaac Comnenus'' is a captivating historical novel that offers a glimpse into two different eras and cultures. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed portrayal of the political and social structures of medieval England and the Byzantine Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
