1636: The Saxon Uprising
1636: The Saxon Uprising by Eric Flint is a reprint edition published by Baen on March 27, 2012. This 608-page book continues the narrative of the Ring of Fire series, exploring the challenges faced by the modern town of Grantville, West Virginia, as it navigates the complexities of 17th century Europe. The story unfolds as Grantville, having been transported back in time, must defend itself against Dark Age forces while grappling with the political upheaval that threatens its very existence.
In this installment, readers will find a blend of action and adventure as Mike Stearns, the determined leader of the West Virginians, seeks to inspire democratic rebellion in Saxony amidst a backdrop of war. The narrative delves into themes of resistance against tyranny and the struggle for autonomy, as the United States of Europe becomes embroiled in conflict with formidable adversaries. Flint’s work is characterized by its alternate history elements, offering a unique perspective on historical events and the implications of modern ideals in a tumultuous era.
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A new addition to the four-time New York Times best-selling Ring of Fire series. After carving a place for itself among the struggling powers of 17th century Western Europe, the “out-of-time” modern town of Grantville, West Virginia must fight for its life against Dark Age domination.
Alternate history master Eric Flint returns in top form with an epic addition to the multiple New York Times best selling Ring of Fire series. A cosmic accident sets the modern town of Grantville, West Virginia, down in war-torn seventeenth century Europe and a new nation is forged. Now when United States of Europe ally King Gustavas of Sweden invades Poland, the U.S. of E. is dragged into a full-scale European war against ruthless opponents. Meanwhile Mike Stearns, wily and courageous leader of the up-time West Virginians, has been turned out of office in an election. But, like Churchill (before and after him) Stearns is not done yet. He’s determined to stoke the fires of democratic rebellion in Saxony near the main front, and thus keep the young nation he founded, and once led, out of the hands of medieval tyrants–tyrants who would like nothing better than to wipe those troublesome upstarts from the future off the timeline and go back to the bad old days of oppression and serfdom.
About Eric Flint’s Ring of Fire series:
“This alternate history series is…a landmark…”–Booklist
“[Eric] Flint’s 1632 universe seems to be inspiring a whole new crop of gifted alternate historians.”–Booklist
“…reads like a technothriller set in the age of the Medicis…”–Publishers Weekly
“…each new entry appears better than the previous one, a seemingly impossible feat…terrific.” –Midwest Book Review
“[C]ombines accurate historical research with bold leaps of the imagination.”–Library Journal
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