King of Denmark and Norway who forced Edmund II to divide England with him; on the death of Edmund II, Canute became king of all England (994-1035)
1 But he said to Cnut , I doubt not that it is wolves.
2 Danes had settled under Cnut , and Normans and other Frenchmen under Edward.
3 Good men and loyal they are, and what they do Cnut does.
4 After half-an-hour's absence, Cnut returned, bringing with him a pursuivant or herald.
5 The young earl was high in favour with Cnut , and rightly.
6 But Cnut looked gloomy, at which I chid him; but he was silent.
7 The Englishman was strong and active, taller and heavier than Cnut .
8 He found Cnut on guard at the point where he had left him.
9 I will talk with the earl before I tell you, Cnut .
10 It was not that he was young and taller than Cnut , and fair.
11 King Cnut is generous to all who fight not against him.
12 Godwine goes to Cnut even as he flies to his ships.
13 I had not seen Cnut , but Egil had spoken of me to him.
14 Cuthbert, attended by Cnut and two of his followers, now descended.
15 Thereat Thorkel would have spoken, but Cnut held up his hand.
16 He has been Swein's man; and if it suits him will be Cnut 's .
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