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Alfred the Great
£10.99
HORSPOOL, DAVID
Product Details
ISBN: 9781445639369
Author: HORSPOOL, DAVID
Pages: 272
The discovery earlier this year in Winchester of human remains, almost certainly of Alfred the Great or his eldest son, has sparked renewed interest in England's most celebrated monarch.
King Alfred: A Founding Mythic Figure
- King Alfred's historical achievements include:
- Saving his kingdom from invasion by marauding Vikings.
- Attempting to expand and educate his realm, making him the founding mythic figure of England.
- Remarkably, Alfred is the only English sovereign ever to be called 'the Great', despite never being king of all England.
Alfred Through Stories and History
Alfred used to be remembered as much through the stories told about him as through his recorded accomplishments. This book offers:
- A vivid picture of Alfred and his England, a place saved from extinction at the hands of Viking invaders.
- Insights into the way history is written and the role of myth in shaping historical narrative.
The Tale of Alfred's Mortal Remains
The book also brings the story up to date with:
- The strange journey of Alfred's mortal remains.
- Their final discovery in his capital of Winchester.
This engaging narrative connects the past with the present, offering a fresh perspective on one of England’s most iconic figures.
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