The Iron King: Charlemagne and the Foundation of Europe

Charles R. King utilizes his academic education in physics and classical history to apply an original analysis to examine one of the most important figures of Europe - Charlemagne. Accessible to both the professional historian and the buff, this analysis enables the reader to approach Charles the Great and his Frankish Medieval empire from a new and different outlook. The author uses primary sources and historiography to provide unique insights. This work not only utilizes the author's education and academic background, but also takes advantage of his experience as a career military officer and of physical visits to many of the significant sites of Europe.Read more