Asser's Life of King Alfred by John Asser
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About this eBook
| Author | Asser, John, -909 |
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| Translator | Cook, Albert S. (Albert Stanburrough), 1853-1927 |
| LoC No. | 06000684 |
| Title | Asser's Life of King Alfred |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Asser's Life of King Alfred" by John Asser is a historical account written in the late 9th century. The work details the life and reign of King Alfred of Wessex, highlighting his experiences, achievements, and the challenges he faced during his rule, including battles against Viking invasions. The narrative aims to provide insights into Alfred's character and leadership, as well as the socio-political landscape of Anglo-Saxon England. The opening of the text introduces King Alfred, starting with his genealogy and the context of his birth. It discusses his early life, including pertinent battles and events happening during his formative years that shaped his character. Notably, it highlights Alfred's family background, the early threats from Viking forces, and his participation in significant events, such as his journey to Rome where he was anointed as king. This initial portion sets a historical stage for a deeper exploration of Alfred's life and contributions to England. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Alfred, King of England, 849-899 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63384 |
| Release Date | Oct 6, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 718 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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