Publisher's Synopsis
In The Days Of Alfred The Great is a historical fiction novel written by Eva March Tappan and published in 1900. The book is set in the ninth century and follows the story of King Alfred the Great, who ruled Wessex, one of the seven kingdoms of England. The novel is a captivating portrayal of the life and times of Alfred the Great, who is considered one of the most important figures in English history.The book provides a detailed depiction of the political, social, and cultural landscape of England during the reign of Alfred the Great. It explores the struggles of the Anglo-Saxon people against the Viking invaders, the role of the church in society, and the development of the English language.The story is narrated by a fictional character named Edmund, who is a young boy at the beginning of the novel. Edmund is a member of a family of Wessex nobles who are forced to flee their home due to the Viking invasion. He becomes a loyal follower of King Alfred and accompanies him on his various military campaigns against the Vikings.Throughout the book, Tappan skillfully weaves historical facts with fictional elements to create a compelling story that captures the imagination of readers. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in English history or historical fiction.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.
