Death of Kings is the sixth installment in Bernard Cornwell’s acclaimed Saxon Stories (the basis for the hit series The Last Kingdom). As King Alfred the Great lies dying, his dream of a united England hangs in the balance. The great warrior Uhtred of Bebbanburg must navigate a landscape of shifting loyalties, prophecy, and the looming threat of Viking invasion to ensure the survival of Wessex.

​This copy is a true British first edition, first printing, as indicated by the "1" on the copyright page. It features the original jacket design with the iconic crown motif.

​Condition Assessment
​Overall Grade: Very Good
​Binding: Tight and square. The black cloth boards are firm, though there is very minor softening to the spine ends.
​Pages: Clean, crisp, and bright. No internal markings, inscriptions, or foxing observed.
​Dust Jacket: Present and in great shape. It shows very light shelf wear at the edges but remains vibrant and unclipped (Price: £18.99).

​Flaws: * Minor "bumping" (softening) at the head and foot of the spine.
​Extremely light scuffing to the rear of the dust jacket, visible only under direct light.