The Great Axe Bretwalda, First Edition, Philip Ketchum Hardcover 1955 dark book set with library markings

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The Great Axe Bretwalda, First Edition, Philip Ketchum Hardcover 1955 dark book set with library markingsThis vintage hardcover is The Great Axe Bretwalda by Philip Ketchum, a dramatic historical novel set in early Anglo Saxon England. Originally published in 1955, the story follows Alfred the Great and the struggle to defend his kingdom, blending historical detail with vivid storytelling that made Ketchum a staple of mid century historical fiction for young readers. The bold illustrated cover adds strong visual appeal, making this an especially striking