Author: Paul Hill.
Title: The Viking Wars of Alfred the Great.
Publisher: Westholme Publishing.
Copyright: 2009.
Pages: 169.
Price: $26.00 (US).
Overview & Impressions:
I knew little about 9th century England. This books is about the conflicts the Anglo-Saxons had with the followers of Danelaw. Alfred the Great was Saxon king of the last English kingdom who defeated who defeated the Viking invades in a series of wars. Despite being dethrone by his own privy counsel.
Alfred the Great is remarkable for many reasons besides his victories. He instituted religious reforms, started building programs and educational reforms throughout England. Alfred also instituted jury trials and other civil reforms.
But the author's descriptions of the military battles are informative. It's a treasure trove of ideas for Dark Ages wargaming. Recommended.
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