Alfred the Great is a historical biography written by Jacob Abbott. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Alfred the Great, who was the king of Wessex in the 9th century. The book explores the early life of Alfred, his ascension to the throne, and his struggles against the invading Vikings. The author also delves into Alfred's military tactics, his efforts to promote education and literacy, and his impact on the development of the English language. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Alfred's reign and ...
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Alfred the Great is a historical biography written by Jacob Abbott. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Alfred the Great, who was the king of Wessex in the 9th century. The book explores the early life of Alfred, his ascension to the throne, and his struggles against the invading Vikings. The author also delves into Alfred's military tactics, his efforts to promote education and literacy, and his impact on the development of the English language. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Alfred's reign and his contributions to English history. Abbott's writing style is engaging and informative, making it an ideal read for anyone interested in English history or the life of Alfred the Great. Overall, Alfred the Great is an insightful and well-researched biography that sheds light on one of the most important figures in English history.1901. King Alfred of England is one of the noblest of the sovereigns upon whom History has conferred the title of The Great. At the very beginning of the world-encircling history of the Anglo-Saxon race looms his majestic figure. We see him through the mist of ten centuries hurling back the invaders of his country, giving peace to his realm, ruling it with consummate wisdom, laboring arduously at the translation and composition of books that his subjects might receive the precious light of learning, codifying their laws that justice might prevail in the land, in short, building up out of his broken little dominions a kingdom destined to become the corner stone of the mighty British Empire. Contents: The Britons; The Anglo-Saxons; The Danes; Alfred s Early Years; State of England; Alfred s Accession to the Throne; Reverses; The Seclusion; Reassembling of the Army; The Victory over the Danes; Character of Alfred s Reign; The Close of Life; and Sequel.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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