The phrase "Canute against the tide" refers to the story of King Canute of England, who unsuccessfully ordered the tide to turn back to demonstrate his limited power. It is often used to illustrate the futility of trying to control natural forces or circumstances beyond one's control.
King Canute could not stop the waves or the incoming tide.
King Canute.
Knut (Canute).
The English Nobles who refused to accept Canute as King. Also, his Courtiers who flattered him into believing that he could stop the incoming tide.
Against the Tide of Years was created in 1999.
Against the Tide was created on 2003-07-08.
Against the Tide of Years has 454 pages.
The ISBN of "Against the Tide of Years" by S.M. Stirling is 9780451457437.
Against the Tide - 2009 I was released on: USA: 2009
Against the Tide - 1937 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U
Against the Tide - 1997 is rated/received certificates of: Netherlands:16
The cast of Against the Tide - 1912 includes: Una Tristram as The Girl