Who is King Alfred of England from The Anglo-Saxon World: An Anthology and what is their importance? The_Anglo-Saxon_World English & Literature King Alfred of England | The Anglo-Saxon World: An Anthology

Alfred is one of England's most beloved kings. He is the youngest of three sons, but from an early age, demonstrates that he is the most noble, handsome, kind, and intelligent of his brothers. Although he cannot not read until he is twelve years old, Alfred loves learning from an early age, and continues studying, translating, and writing throughout his life, even when he has kingly duties. As king, he works to reform education in England, encouraging schools to teach Latin to children of commoners, and translating Latin texts into English, so that people can use them.