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Does Alfred the great had any contributions in English literature?
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∙ 14y ago
Not many recognisable things no, King William influenced our language the most by bringing in the french. Our language would be very different if he did not become King.
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Father of English prose?
That would be Geoffrey Chaucer and also Edgar Allan Poe :-)
What book write Alfred the Great?
P.J. Helm is the author of Alfred the Great.
Who is the successor of Alfred the great?
Alfred the Great died in 899 and was succeeded by his son Edward the Elder (871-924)
What are the qualities of a great literature?
Qualities of Great Literature: Artistry,Intellectual values,subjectiveness,permanence,style,spiritual value,universality
Does Cromwell deserve the title of Great Briton?
Cromwell was a very important English person, a great figure in history, without a doubt. But he was not really a Briton except in the loosest sense of that word, an inhabitant of Britain. Also, the epithet Great for the head of State is reserved in English history for King Alfred. So the term might well be applied to Cromwell, but it is by no means clear that he "deserved" it.
Who was an early Saxon king that was the founder of England and English literature?
Alfred the Great.
What contributions did Alfred the Great do for Anglo-Saxon period?
When the Danes attacked England, the people sought a strong leader. Alfred was capable of driving out the Danes, and so was recognized as a great leader. He also created the first English navy.
Who is considered the father of English?
Alfred the Great
When was Alfred the Great King of the English?
King Alfred the Great ruled Wessex from 871-884,it was in 884 that he laid claim to being king of the English.
Under what king did the English unite to fight the vikings in the ninth century?
Alfred the Great, I think.
What nationality was King Alfred?
Alfred the Great was born in Oxfordshire, making him English by birth.
Father of English prose?
That would be Geoffrey Chaucer and also Edgar Allan Poe :-)
Is Geoffrey Chaucer considered englands first great writer?
Geoffrey Chaucer is often considered one of England's first great writers due to his significant contributions to English literature in the 14th century. His work, particularly "The Canterbury Tales," helped to establish English as a legitimate literary language. While there were notable writers before Chaucer, he is widely recognized for his impact on English literature.
Anglo-Saxon literature began with books?
Anglo-Saxon literature started with the Anglo-Saxon Chronicles commissioned by King Alfred the Great
Why is Geoffrey Chaucer considered AA great writer?
Geoffrey Chaucer is considered a great writer because of his significant contributions to English literature through works such as "The Canterbury Tales." His writing is praised for its insightful social commentary, vivid characterizations, and innovative use of the English language during the Middle Ages. Chaucer's work laid the foundation for the development of English literature and has had a lasting influence on subsequent generations of writers.
What has the author Alfred written?
Alfred has written: 'The will of King Alfred' -- subject(s): Sources, Will, Anglo-Saxons, Wills, History 'A description of Europe' -- subject(s): Description and travel, Voyages and travels 'A description of England and the voyages of Othere and Wulfstan, written in Anglo-Saxon by King Alfred the Great' 'King Alfred's Old English version of Boethius De consolatione philosophiae' -- subject(s): Didactic poetry, English (Old), Medieval Philosophy, Poetry 'The whole works of King Alfred the Great' -- subject(s): Anglo-Saxons, Civilization, Anglo-Saxon 'The pastoral care' 'A description of Europe, and the voyages of Ohthere and Wulfstan, written in Anglo-Saxon' -- subject(s): Early works to 1800, Description and travel 'King Alfred's books' -- subject(s): English literature, Translations into English, Latin literature, History and criticism, Translations into Anglo-Saxon, Translations from Latin 'King Alfred's Orosius' 'Lieder aus Konig Alfreds Trostbuch' -- subject(s): Didactic poetry, English (Old), Translations into German, Medieval Philosophy, Poetry
Who is credited with changing everyday language from Latin to English?
King Alfred the Great
