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King Alfred of England

King Alfred of England

Biography & MemoirHistory
Pages
102
Published
1904
Language
English

Synopsis

Explore the life of King Alfred the Great, a pivotal figure in British history. This account delves into his efforts to establish the foundations of the British monarchy and his reputation as an honest, conscientious, and far-seeing statesman. Discover the tales of his character and deeds that have shaped our understanding of this influential ruler.

Prose complexity
1/10

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InformativeThought-Provoking

Genres

Biography & Memoir History Juvenile Biography

About the author

J
Jacob Abbott

From 1825 to 1829 Abbott was professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst College; was licensed to preach by the Hampshire Association in 1826; founded the Mount Vernon School for Young Ladies in Boston in 1829, and was principal of it in 1829–1833; was pastor of Eliot Congregational Church (which he founded), at Roxbury, Massachusetts in 1834–1835; and was, with his brothers, a founder, and in 1843–1851 a principal of Abbott's Institute, and in 1845–1848 of the Mount Vernon School...