Rebellion and Marriage

Edmund's rebellion against his father, the king, by marrying Sigafert's widow, Elgith, to strengthen his position in the north and the Dane law. The chapter highlights the lack of agency for noble women during this time and ends with Edmund issuing charters as the new king.

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