Margaret Carver Leighton (born September 5, 1897, in Washington, D.C.) was a distinguished American author and educator. With a career rooted in writing and teaching, she dedicated much of her life to exploring themes of personal growth and cultural understanding. Leightonβs thoughtful contributions to literature have left a lasting impact on her readers and the literary community.
Fourteen-year-old Elstrid, daughter of Alfred the Great, has grown up the overlooked, inept baby of the family. As she is swept up into the game of international struggle and politics, she makes a long journey, finds real love, and discovers her own strengths.