The Life Of Alfred The Great (1853)

The Life of Alfred the Great is a historical biography written by Reinhold Pauli in 1853. The book chronicles the life and reign of King Alfred the Great, who ruled the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex from 871 to 899 AD. The author provides a detailed account of Alfred's childhood, his education, his military campaigns against Viking invaders, and his efforts to reform and strengthen the government of Wessex. Pauli also explores Alfred's personal life, including his marriage to Ealhswith and his relationship with his children.The book is written in a scholarly and informative style, with extensive references to primary sources and historical documents. It provides a comprehensive overview of the political and social context of Alfred's reign, as well as his contributions to Anglo-Saxon culture and literature.Overall, The Life of Alfred the Great is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval history, Anglo-Saxon England, or the life of one of the most important figures in English history.To Which Is Appended Alfred�������s Anglo-Saxon Version Of Orosius. With A Literal English Translation, And An Anglo-Saxon Alphabet And Glossary.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.