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by F. J. Snell (Author)
The Age of Alfred, 664-1154 is a historical book written by F.J. Snell in 1912. The book covers the period of English history from the death of Oswy, King of Northumbria in 664, to the accession of Henry II in 1154. The focus of the book is on the reign of King Alfred the Great, who ruled from 871 to 899, and the impact of his reign on the development of England. The book provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural changes that occurred during this period, including the Viking invasions, the establishment of the Danelaw, and the Norman Conquest. The author also explores the role of religion and the Church in shaping English society, as well as the emergence of the English language and literature. The Age of Alfred, 664-1154 is a comprehensive and informative account of a crucial period in English history, written with clarity and insight by a renowned historian.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.
