Æthelred: The Unready (English Monarchs)
by Levi Roach
Levi Roach offers a balanced reassessment of Æthelred II, using contemporary evidence to explore his reign and enduring reputation in English history.
About This Book
This volume examines the life and reign of Æthelred II, one of medieval England’s most debated rulers.
Drawing on contemporary sources, the author reassesses the king’s political decisions and long-term legacy.
The study situates Æthelred within the wider context of late Anglo-Saxon England and Viking-age Europe.
Readers gain insight into the challenges of kingship during a period of recurring external threat.
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