The Life And Times Of Alfred The Great

""The Life and Times of Alfred the Great"" by Charles Plummer is a historical biography that explores the life and legacy of one of the most revered kings in English history. The book details Alfred's early life as a young prince in the Kingdom of Wessex, his rise to power as king, and his efforts to defend his people against the invading Vikings. Plummer also delves into Alfred's personal life, including his struggles with illness and his devotion to learning and education. Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Plummer paints a vivid picture of the political, social, and cultural landscape of Anglo-Saxon England during Alfred's reign. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England and the remarkable life of one of its most celebrated monarchs.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.