{"product_id":"2940157419516","title":"Two Lives of Charlemagne - Illustrated Edition","description":"This splendid edition contains both ancient biographies of Charles the Great by Einhard and the Monk of St. Gall, edited, translated and introduced by Arthur James Grant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCharlemagne is often termed the father of modern Europe, in that he implemented the earliest foundations of Germany, France, Holland and Belgium. Demonstrating great talents in both war and peace, Charles the Great was able to unite much of Europe to an extent unseen since the time of the Roman Empire. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough Charlemagne only reigned for fourteen years, his actions while on the Frankish throne were of far-ranging consequence. His wars against the Saxons, his expedition into Muslim Spain, and his strengthening of relations with the Papacy of Rome helped solidify Christianity within the European continent. Although his reign was violent, it ushered in civilization to Europe via unification of its peoples. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth of the biographies are authored by men who lived and witnessed the sweeping reforms by Charlemagne. As such, they offer an insight unparalleled into the life, politics and atmosphere of the early Middle Ages and the personality of Charles. In the modern day, they act as a frequent point of reference for historians and interested readers alike. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis translation of the great king's biographies includes many notes which together explain the various references and peculiar turns of phrase common to authors of antiquity. Both of the biographies date to the 9th century AD, and as such are replete with allusions to the prominent figures and events of the era. Also included within this edition are photographic illustrations of art and artifacts associated with Charlemagne.","brand":"CreateSpace Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47300655775984,"sku":"2940157419516","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940157419516_p0.jpg?v=1764096064","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940157419516","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}