The Will of King Alfred (Classic Reprint): Reprinted From the Oxford Ed of 1788; With a Preface, and Additional Notes - Couverture souple

Alfred, King Of England

9781332615032: The Will of King Alfred (Classic Reprint): Reprinted From the Oxford Ed of 1788; With a Preface, and Additional Notes

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ISBN 10 : 1332615031 ISBN 13 : 9781332615032

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King Alfred’s Will, offered anew with scholarly notes and context This edition presents the will of King Alfred with a prefatory essay and additional notes, reprinted from the Oxford edition of 1788. It guides readers through the king’s bequests, places, and the legal language of his time, with careful commentary to illuminate historical details.

The volume frames the document with background that helps modern readers understand how West Saxon land, kinship, and governance shaped royal bequests. It also collects explanatory notes on terms, witnesses, and place names, making a difficult text more accessible without losing its antique character.

Learn how medieval land grants and family lines are described in the king’s testament.

Explore editorial notes that explain terminology, geography, and historical references.

See how scholars interpret obscure phrases and distinguish between types of lands and titles.

Discover how this edition preserves the tone and structure of the original will while adding helpful context.

Ideal for readers of early English history, medieval law, and anyone curious about how one of England’s early monarchs arranged his estate.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332615031
ISBN 13: 9781332615032
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Nombre de pages: 49
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The Will of King Alfred: Reprinted From the Oxford Ed of 1788; With a Preface

King of England Alfred

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ISBN 10 : 1332615031 ISBN 13 : 9781332615032

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed analysis of the will of Alfred the Great, one of England's most celebrated monarchs. The text of the will is presented in its original Anglo-Saxon, alongside a literal translation. The author expertly guides the reader through the complexities of Alfred's bequests, exploring the legal and social landscape of Anglo-Saxon England. The will reveals much about the King's personal relationships, particularly his strained relations with his brother, Ethelred, and his desire to ensure the secure transmission of his property to his family and friends. The author also delves into the intricacies of land ownership, inheritance, and the evolving social structures of the time, shedding light on the transition from the Anglo-Saxon world to the era of Norman rule. This book offers a unique window into the life and times of Alfred the Great, and its insights into the socio-legal and economic realities of Anglo-Saxon England remain relevant and captivating for modern readers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781332615032_0

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