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significant cultural force in literature, the visual arts, and national consciousness. The lists and images on this page cover depictions or references to Alfred in a wide range of media, including works of art, literature, histories and plays (mostly favourably or heroically); plus educational establishments named in his honour. Additionally listed are more recent representations of Alfred in popular culture, including film, television, modern historical fiction and video games.
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education, and establishment of the rule of law. The comparatively greater amount of written information from his reign, including his law code and Asser's account of Alfred's thoughts on law, education and administration helped. The historical Alfred evolved into the increasingly popular legendary Alfred. He was venerated as a Christian hero, with a feast day or commemoration on 26 October, and he is often found depicted in stained glass in
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of the Order of the Ancients, the secretive organization driving the game's events from behind the scenes, as well as the mysterious character known as the "Poor Fellow-Soldier of Christ", who helped the protagonist, Eivor, eliminate the Order by sending her anonymous letters with the whereabouts of
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written in the English language, it depicts Alfred as a divinely oriented leader waging holy war, uniting the Kingdoms of Britain against the Vikings. It depicts Alfred. The poem is about the idealised exploits of Alfred the Great and how he was victorious over the invading Danes following a vision
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called Alfred the Great "the most perfect character in history". "Alfredophilia" and "Alfredomania" found expression in religious, legal, political and historical writing; in poetry, drama, music and prose; and in sculpture, painting, engraving and book illustration. In 2002 Alfred was still ranked
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published an edition of Asser's Life of Alfred in 1574. It was at this time, over 600 years after his death, that Alfred was first given the epithet "the Great". The designation was maintained by those who admired Alfred's perceived patriotism, his undoubted success against barbarism, promotion of
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in the 16th century, that Alfred was first given the epithet "the Great", when he was regarded as the ideal Christian sovereign. Over 600 years after his life, Alfred began to inspire many artistic and cultural works, with a height in the Victorian period, when the cult of Alfred developed into a
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had overrun most of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms that constituted England at the time. Alfred's reign has become regarded as pivotal in the eventual unification of England, after he famously defended Wessex and southern England against the Viking invasions, winning a decisive victory at the
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A series of 12 historical novels in which Alfred is portrayed as a pious and physically weak individual. Although unassuming, he is possessed of an iron will and, ultimately, becomes a significant barrier to Viking ambitions simply by being alive. Later adapted for television as
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Drawing on his experience as a war correspondent Henty gives vivid picture of the horrors of the Danish invasions. The story of young Edmund, who joins Alfred's struggle against the hordes of marauding invaders. "Impeccably researched and extremely fast-paced".
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Dedicated to Prince Frederick, the eldest son of King George II. The poem was ostensibly about King Alfred the Great, but like Blackmore's earlier Arthurian epics, it was also a means to express his partisan view of the political events of his time.
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Alfred the Great; an oratorio. As perform'd at the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane. The music compos'd by Mr. Arne. [Altered by David Mallet from the masque by James Thomson and D. Mallet.]
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can only be an effigy of the imagination, and so the Alfred we reverence may well be an idealised figure ... we have draped round his form ... all the highest attributes of manhood and kingship
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parish churches. He became the ideal unthreatening example of a ruler when discussing the ideal monarch and the roles of monarchy in a modern state; and 18th century British royals like
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began the reconquest of the rest of England from Viking control. As Alfred's reign was pivotal it has often been regarded as the first in the lists of English monarchs.
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towards the east side of England. Following this, it is recorded that Alfred reorganised national military service, improved Wessex's defence by building a ring of 33 '
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The King Alfred School and Specialist Sports Academy, Burnham Road, Highbridge, so named due to its rough proximity to Brent Knoll (a Beacon site) and Athelney
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certain Order members. When Eivor confronts Alfred, he reveals that he inherited the title of Grand Master along with the crown from his older brother
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Artistic images of King Alfred began to flourish mainly from 18th to the early 20th century. In 1734–1735 Alfred's bust was included as one of the
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A historical novel biography a mixture of uncontested facts, as well as some stories of less authenticity, such as the burning of the cakes.
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could draw upon Alfred's popularity in creating their own royal images. The cult of King Alfred the Great increased until by the reign of
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in Winchester, unveiled during the millennial commemoration of Alfred's death. During which Lord Rosebery commented that the statue
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An epic poem, Fitchett spent forty years researching and writing it. It was printed at Warrington for private circulation, in five
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over two centuries later, which is a continuation of the Order of the Ancients that more closely follows Alfred's beliefs.
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series of grand strategy games by Paradox Interactive. In both titles, he begins as an ealdorman under his brother
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Alfred in the Isle of Athelney, receiving News of a Victory over the Danes (a 1751 print, after Nicholas Blakey).
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In this light hearted children's educational history sketch series Alfred is portrayed in various episodes by
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in the 1950s. The plot concerns a manuscript attributed to King Alfred, and he is discussed by the characters.
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Textual and material culture in Anglo-Saxon England: Thomas Northcote Toller and the Toller Memorial Lectures
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From season 3 to 4, Alfred is portrayed by various actors throughout his childhood and in seasons 5 and 6 by
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King Alfred the Great pictured in a stained glass window in the West Window of the south transept of
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The Life of Alfred, Or Albred. ... Together with a Parallell of ... K. Charles Until this Yeare 1634
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Cultural depictions of Alfred the Great in art, writing, education and other mediums i
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playing Alfred, the film received negative reviews and was not a commercial success.
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A historical romance novel set during king Alfred's war against the Viking invasions
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Historical fantasy novel Alfred is thinly disguised under the name King Aeldred
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King Alfred's bust at the ‘Temple of British Worthies’ at Stowe House 1734–1735.
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Alfred the Great, a drama; in five acts. [By Sarah Hamilton. In verse.]
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Alfred the Great; or, the Enchanted Standard. A musical drama, in two acts, etc
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There are no surviving images of Alfred from his reign, except on his coins.
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Asser presents Alfred as saintly; however Alfred was never canonised (in 1441
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Alfred is the subject of several works of historical fiction. These include:
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In the 16th century Alfred became the ideal symbolic champion for the rising
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Children's historical novel in which King Alfred is an important character.
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Alfred the Great at the Battle of Ashdown by Morris Meredith Williams (1913)
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Alfred is the subject of several works of historical drama. These include:
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Alfred is the subject of several historical works. Early examples include:
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Most of what we know about the historical Alfred comes from his biography
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further reinforced Alfred's favourable image as a pious Christian ruler.
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created from the former King Alfred's College, Winchester (1928 to 2004)
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as an adult; however, he is depicted as the bastard son of Athelstan by
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form, the work has been described as one of the last great traditional
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The sea-kings in England: an historical romance of the time of Alfred
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A number of educational establishments are named in Alfred's honour:
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King Alfred painted vault over the choir area in St. Mary's Church,
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Sea-Kings in England: an historical romance of the time of Alfred
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Alfred the Great; Or, The Patriot King: An Historical Play ...
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Alfred (King of England); David Mallet; James Thomson (1760).
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Focusing on the relationship between Alfred and his daughter
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Fox's Book of Martyrs: The Acts and Monuments of the Church
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Historical novel about life and times of Alfred the Great
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Thought Knows No Sex: Women's Rights at Alfred University
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England's Darling: The Victorian Cult of Alfred the Great
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England's Darling: The Victorian Cult of Alfred the Great
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A Guide to Historical Fiction - Scholar's Choice Edition
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Alfred gathered advisers from across England, Wales and
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to his court, including a Welsh monk and scholar named
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The Dragon and the Raven, or The Days of King Alfred
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Index


Statue of Alfred the Great
Hamo Thornycroft
Alfred the Great
Anglo-Saxon
Wessex
river Thames
Vikings
Battle of Edington
Asser
English Reformation
Æthelwulf of Wessex
Great Heathen Army
Battle of Edington
Danelaw
burhs
longships
Æthelflæd
Edward the Elder
Francia
Asser
Life of King Alfred
Cotton library
Latin
Old English
law code
Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
Henry VI of England
Pope Eugene IV
Edmund the Martyr

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