The Life of Ælfred the Great

by John Spelman

Book Overview

A vivid account of the life of one of England's most celebrated monarchs, Alfred the Great. Drawing on contemporary sources and modern research, Spelman describes Alfred's remarkable achievements as a warrior, scholar, and leader during the tumultuous period of Viking invasions and cultural upheaval in early medieval England.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1021720232
• ISBN13: 9781021720238
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"