The Northumbrian Abbots: A Tale Of The Seventh Century is a historical fiction novel written by R. B. Werborton and first published in 1859. The story is set in 7th century Northumbria, a kingdom in what is now northern England, and follows the lives of two abbots, Cuthbert and Wilfrid, as they navigate the complex political and religious landscape of the time.The novel begins with the arrival of the Christian faith in Northumbria and the establishment of the first monasteries. Cuthbert and Wilfrid are both young monks at the time, and they quickly rise through the ranks to become influential figures in the church. However, their paths diverge as they become embroiled in a power struggle between the king and the church.Cuthbert is a humble and devout abbot who believes in the simple life of a monk. He is content to live in poverty and work hard to spread the word of God. Wilfrid, on the other hand, is ambitious and power-hungry. He seeks to expand the church's influence and wealth, and he is not afraid to use his political connections to achieve his goals.As the years pass, the tension between Cuthbert and Wilfrid grows, and they become bitter enemies. The novel explores themes of power, ambition, and faith, and it paints a vivid picture of life in 7th century Northumbria.Overall, The Northumbrian Abbots: A Tale Of The Seventh Century is a gripping and well-researched novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and those interested in the early history of Christianity in England.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.
