{"product_id":"alfred-the-great-by-asser-9780140444094","title":"Alfred the Great","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsser's Life of King Alfred\u003c\/em\u003e, written in 893, is a revealing account of one of the greatest of medieval kings. This work is composed by a monk of St David's in Wales, who later became Bishop of Sherborne in King Alfred's service. Asser worked closely with the king in his efforts to revive religion and learning across the kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis biography is among the earliest surviving royal accounts, offering an admiring and detailed chronicle of King Alfred's life. It covers his battles against Viking invaders and his endeavours to bolster the strength and knowledge of his subjects. The narrative showcases his struggle to unite his people during a time marked by conflict, uncertainty, and war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46369868611820,"sku":"9780140444094","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27328713482237.jpg?v=1744798942","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/products\/alfred-the-great-by-asser-9780140444094","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}