Written in the mid-19th century by Jacob Abbott, a prolific American author of children's books, this work is a biography of King Alfred the Great, an English monarch who reigned in the late 9th century. The book describes Alfred's life from his childhood to his death and his contributions to the development of the English language and legal system. Abbott's engaging narrative style and vivid descriptions of the historical setting make this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in medieval history.

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