The History Of Alfred The Great (1853)

The History of Alfred the Great is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1853. It is a biography of Alfred the Great, who was the King of Wessex from 871 to 899 AD. The book covers the life of Alfred, from his childhood to his death, and provides a detailed account of his accomplishments as a king, military leader, and scholar.The book begins with a brief history of England before the reign of Alfred, including the invasions by the Vikings and the battles that took place between the Anglo-Saxons and the Danes. It then goes on to describe Alfred's childhood, his education, and his early years as a prince.The majority of the book focuses on Alfred's reign as king, during which he successfully defended Wessex against the Viking invaders and established a system of government that would influence England for centuries to come. The book also covers Alfred's contributions to literature and education, including his translation of Latin works into English and his establishment of schools throughout his kingdom.Throughout the book, Abbott provides insights into the character and personality of Alfred, painting a vivid picture of the man behind the legend. The History of Alfred the Great is a fascinating account of one of England's most important historical figures and is a must-read for anyone interested in English history or the life of this remarkable king.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.