Get the Summary of Bernard Cornwell's The Last Kingdom in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell is a historical novel set during the Viking Age, primarily focusing on the life of Uhtred of Bebbanburg. The story begins with the Danes conquering Northumbria, where Uhtred's father is killed, and young Uhtred is captured and raised by the Danish Earl Ragnar. As he grows, Uhtred learns the ways of the Danes, becoming a skilled warrior while grappling with his Saxon heritage...