The Ancient Britons: A Tale Of Primeval Life (1851)

The Ancient Britons: A Tale Of Primeval Life is a historical fiction novel written by Chapman And Hall and published in 1851. The story is set in prehistoric Britain and follows the lives of a group of ancient Britons, including their struggles for survival, their customs, and their beliefs. The main character is a young boy named Gwyneth, who is born into a tribe of hunter-gatherers and must learn to navigate the dangers and challenges of his primitive world. Along the way, he meets other members of his tribe, including his mentor, the wise old shaman, and his love interest, the beautiful and brave warrior woman, Branwen. The novel is rich in historical detail and vividly depicts the harsh realities of life in ancient Britain, including the constant threat of violence from rival tribes, the struggle for food and shelter, and the importance of rituals and traditions in maintaining social cohesion. Despite its historical setting, the novel also explores timeless themes such as love, loyalty, and the human desire for meaning and purpose. Overall, The Ancient Britons is a compelling and immersive work of historical fiction that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of our distant ancestors.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.