The Battle of Aescesdun: With Some Notices of the So-Called Seven Barrows on Lamborne Downs, Berks (1872)

By John Wilson

Book Overview

The Battle of Aescesdun, written by John Wilson and published in 1872, is a historical account of a significant battle that took place in England in the year 871. The book also includes information about the Seven Barrows on Lamborne Downs in the county of Berkshire.The Battle of Aescesdun was fought between the Anglo-Saxon army, led by King Ethelred and his brother Alfred, and the invading Danish army, led by the Viking leaders Bagsecg and Halfdan. The battle was a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict between the Anglo-Saxons and the Vikings, and the book provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath.In addition to the historical account of the battle, the book also includes information about the Seven Barrows on Lamborne Downs, which are a group of ancient burial mounds. Wilson provides some background information about the mounds, as well as his own observations and speculations about their significance.Overall, The Battle of Aescesdun is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history, particularly the Anglo-Saxon period and the Viking invasions. Wilson's writing is clear and concise, and his attention to detail makes the book an engaging and informative read.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161952713
• ISBN13: 9781161952711
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"