Alfred The Great: England's Darling (1901)

By Alfred Austin

Book Overview

Alfred The Great: England's Darling is a biography written by Alfred Austin in 1901. The book tells the story of King Alfred, who is considered one of the greatest monarchs in English history. Alfred ruled from 871 to 899 AD and is known for his military victories against the Vikings, his promotion of education and learning, and his efforts to unify the various kingdoms of England. Austin's biography provides a detailed account of Alfred's life, including his childhood, his ascension to the throne, and his various accomplishments as king. The book also explores Alfred's personal life, including his marriage and family. Throughout the book, Austin provides insights into the political and social context of Alfred's reign, including the challenges he faced in uniting the various kingdoms of England and dealing with the Viking invasions. The book also explores Alfred's legacy and the impact he had on English history and culture.Overall, Alfred The Great: England's Darling is a comprehensive biography of one of England's most beloved monarchs. Austin's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history or the life of King Alfred.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120142180
• ISBN13: 9781120142184
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"