num_pages: 48
description: The Life of Charlemagne is a historical biography written by Eginhard, a Frankish scholar and courtier, in the early 9th century. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Charlemagne, the King of the Franks and later Holy Roman Emperor, who ruled from 768 to 814 AD. The biography begins with Charlemagne's early life and ascent to the throne, detailing his military campaigns, political and religious reforms, and his efforts to create a unified Christian empire in Europe. Eginhard provides a detailed account of Charlemagne's personal life, including his relationships with his wives, children, and courtiers. The book also includes a description of Charlemagne's cultural and intellectual achievements, including his patronage of scholars and artists, his promotion of education and literacy, and his efforts to revive classical learning in Europe. The Life of Charlemagne is considered one of the most important historical sources on the life and reign of Charlemagne, providing valuable insights into the political, religious, and cultural developments of the early medieval period. It is also notable for its elegant prose and vivid descriptions of the people and events of Charlemagne's time.Then the Bavarian war broke out suddenly, and was swiftly ended. It was caused by the pride and folly of Tassilo, Duke of Bavaria; for upon the instigation of his wife, who thought that she might revenge through her husband the banishment of her father Desiderius, King of the Lombards, he made an alliance with the Huns, the eastern neighbours of the Bavarians, and not only refused obedience to King Charles but even dared to challenge him in war. The high courage of the King could not bear his overweening insolence.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.
language: English
title: The Life of Charlemagne
titlecomplete: The Life of Charlemagne (Rare Reprints)
characters: Charlemagne
genres: Historical, Medieval History, History, Classics, School, France, Medieval, European History, Biography, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 837
places: Carolingian Empire
publisher: Kessinger Publishing