Essay on the Life and Institutions of Offa: King of Mercia A. D. 755-794

Description: This book delves into the life and reign of Offa, King of Mercia, a powerful figure in Anglo-Saxon England who ruled from 755 to 794 AD. The author explores Offa’s rise to power, his military campaigns, and his political acumen in a period marked by fierce competition and frequent warfare between the various Saxon kingdoms. The book also examines Offa’s complex legacy, including his controversial role in the murder of King Ethelbert of East Anglia. Through an analysis of primary sources, including Anglo-Saxon chronicles and legal documents, the author sheds light on the political, social, and religious landscape of Offa’s era. This book is not merely a biographical study but also a window into the evolution of Anglo-Saxon institutions, from the intricate workings of the Witan to the growing influence of the Church. The author grapples with the question of Offa’s true character, noting the presence of both virtue and vice within his rule, and ultimately considers the lasting impact of his reign on the unification of England. The book’s insights on Offa’s reign, particularly his role in shaping the future of English governance, offer a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in English history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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Book Title: Essay on the Life and Institutions of Offa : King of Mercia A. D. 755-794 (Classic Reprint)

Number of Pages: 48 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Item Height: 0.1 in

Publication Year: 2015

Topic: Europe / Great Britain / General

Illustrator: Yes

Genre: History

Item Weight: 2.7 Oz

Author: Henry Mackenzie

Item Length: 9 in

Item Width: 6 in

Format: Trade Paperback