Books by Janet L. Nelson

The ideas and practices involved in early mediaeval royal family politics are the central theme of this collection of papers by Janet L. Nelson. She examines King Alfred of Wessex (871-99), Charles the Bald (840-77), and the political importance and gendered roles of royal women.

Alfred's life, work and influence studied through writings of his age.

Offers a re-appraisal of Charles the Bald's achievement in his own time, and also explains why Charles, in spite of himself, can be seen as the maker of France.