The King and the Christmas Tree (Hardcover)
Every December, a huge Christmas tree arrives in Trafalgar Square. Bedecked
in lights, it is a shimmering, festive beacon in the heart of London. But even
more enchanting than the twinkling decorations and scented pine is the story
behind the tree; a story of loyalty, friendship and resistance.
On a cold evening in 1940, German w arships made their w ay tow ards Oslo. It
seemed inevitable that Norw ay, like so many other European nations, w ould soon
submit to the Nazi regime. But the country's indomitable King Haakon VII refused to
surrender. Making his escape through his country tow ards the safe haven of Britain,
King Haakon became an icon of hope for his people. And so, over seventy years
later, the tree in Trafalgar Square remains as an enduring gift of thanks from
Norw ay to the people of Britain.
In The King and the Christmas Tree historian A. N. W ilson artfully w eaves together
this tale of courage and friendship betw een nations. Richly illustrated and
beautifully told, it is a delightful Christmas cracker for everyone, young and old
alike.
in lights, it is a shimmering, festive beacon in the heart of London. But even
more enchanting than the twinkling decorations and scented pine is the story
behind the tree; a story of loyalty, friendship and resistance.
On a cold evening in 1940, German w arships made their w ay tow ards Oslo. It
seemed inevitable that Norw ay, like so many other European nations, w ould soon
submit to the Nazi regime. But the country's indomitable King Haakon VII refused to
surrender. Making his escape through his country tow ards the safe haven of Britain,
King Haakon became an icon of hope for his people. And so, over seventy years
later, the tree in Trafalgar Square remains as an enduring gift of thanks from
Norw ay to the people of Britain.
In The King and the Christmas Tree historian A. N. W ilson artfully w eaves together
this tale of courage and friendship betw een nations. Richly illustrated and
beautifully told, it is a delightful Christmas cracker for everyone, young and old
alike.
A. N. Wilson holds a prominent position in the world of literature and journalism. He is a prolific and award-winning biographer and celebrated novelist. He lives in North London.