Delve into the vivid chronicles of one of medieval England's most iconic figures, King Alfred the Great, as penned by his contemporary and confidant, Asser. Within the pages of The Life of King Alfred, Asser meticulously weaves together the tapestry of a ruler whose wisdom, resilience, and vision steered a nation through its darkest hours. Facing Viking invasions, political intrigue, and the immense responsibility of kingship,...