When Bernard Cornwell's The Last Kingdom was published in 2004, it was the beginning of a series that would reach millions of readers, tell the epic story of the birth of England, and forge one of the greatest ever fictional heroes: the iconic Uhtred of Bebbanburg. Now, we see Uhtred like never before. In three brand new short stories, Bernard Cornwell shows us the man behind the shield, and the world beyond the battlefield. Seamlessly blending fact and fiction, and including beautifully crafted recipes from renowned chef Suzanne Pollak, this companion opens a door into the Anglo-Saxon home. It shares a picture of how ordinary people lived, worked and ate, bringing the world of Uhtred to vivid life.