Alfred The Great And William The Conqueror (1881)

Alfred The Great And William The Conqueror is a historical book written by Frederick York Powell in 1881. The book tells the story of two of England's most famous monarchs, Alfred the Great and William the Conqueror. The author provides a detailed account of their lives, from their childhood to their reigns as kings of England. The book explores their achievements and contributions to the country, including Alfred's military victories against the Vikings and his efforts to promote education and literacy, and William's conquest of England and the establishment of the Norman dynasty. The author also delves into the political and social context of their times, providing insights into the challenges they faced and the decisions they made. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in English history and the lives of these two iconic figures.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.