Publisher's Synopsis
King Alfred's Orosius, Part 1 is a book that was first published in 1883 by Henry Sweet. The book consists of the Old English text of King Alfred's translation of Orosius, a Latin historical work, alongside the original Latin text. The book is divided into two parts, with Part 1 containing the first three books of Orosius, and Part 2 containing the remaining four books. The translation of Orosius was commissioned by King Alfred the Great in the late 9th century as part of his efforts to promote learning and education in England. Orosius was a popular work in the medieval period, and it provided a comprehensive history of the world from the Creation to the author's own time. The Old English text of King Alfred's translation is an important example of early Middle English, and it provides valuable insights into the development of the English language. The Latin original is also included in the book, allowing readers to compare the two versions and gain a deeper understanding of the translation process. Overall, King Alfred's Orosius, Part 1 is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Old English and medieval history, as well as anyone interested in the early development of the English language.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
