King Alfred
By Moira Andrew
Defeated prince Alfred hides in the marshes—but can learning help him reclaim his kingdom?
Genres
What is King Alfred about?
Alfred is a young prince who must grow into a brave and clever king. When Viking armies invade Wessex, he faces defeat, danger and the loss of his kingdom. Hiding in the marshes, Alfred plans how to fight back and protect his people. Along the way, his love of learning helps him become a wiser ruler. This lively history story follows Alfred’s struggles, his victory over the Vikings and the deeds that earned him the name Alfred the Great.
About the author
Moira Andrew is a much-loved poet and author who writes fun and imaginative books for children. She is well known for her poetry collections such as 'Wish a Wish' and 'A Pocketful of Rhymes'. Moira enjoys inspiring young readers to explore the magic of words and to discover the joy of reading and writing poetry.
Pages
16 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
1992
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