Knut's Rivals and Alliances

In this chapter, they discuss King Knut's position of power in Denmark and the threats posed by King Olaf of Norway and King Anund Jacob of Sweden. King Olaf is highlighted as Knut's greatest rival in the north, while King Anund Jacob is working to increase his influence. King Olaf's marriage to the sister of the King of Sweden sets the stage for an alliance between Denmark's two main rivals.