""The Life and Times of Alfred the Great"" is a comprehensive biography of the legendary Anglo-Saxon king, written by Charles Plummer. The book delves into the historical context of Alfred's reign, detailing his efforts to defend his kingdom against Viking invasions, his military campaigns, and his political and cultural achievements. Plummer also explores Alfred's personal life, including his struggles with illness and his religious beliefs. Through meticulous research and analysis, Plummer presents a vivid portrait of one ...
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""The Life and Times of Alfred the Great"" is a comprehensive biography of the legendary Anglo-Saxon king, written by Charles Plummer. The book delves into the historical context of Alfred's reign, detailing his efforts to defend his kingdom against Viking invasions, his military campaigns, and his political and cultural achievements. Plummer also explores Alfred's personal life, including his struggles with illness and his religious beliefs. Through meticulous research and analysis, Plummer presents a vivid portrait of one of England's most celebrated monarchs, shedding light on the man behind the myth. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, Anglo-Saxon England, or the life and legacy of Alfred the Great.Being The Ford Lectures For 1901.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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