From the age of eight: Alfred the Great

by Paul Nolan

This gripping diary, written from the perspective of the young Alfred (with the help of his scribe Godric), will take readers through the major events in his action-packed childhood. Find out how Alfred became the last noble standing in this ripping royal read.

Paperback

Published January 1, 2021

Reviews

[Geeta Garg]

I tried reading this book at least five or six different times, sometimes leaving weeks or even a month between attempts. I made it about 40% through, but ultimately couldn’t bring myself to finish it.

I suspect this book is better suited to a younger audience, perhaps budding teenage readers. There is something interesting in following a child who is destined to become a king, learning how he and those around him fought for survival and how precarious every moment could be.

It just didn’t quite work for me as an adult reader. I’ll probably keep it for my kid to discover when he is older.