Charlemagne
The Life and Times of an Early Medieval Emperor
Charlemagne was the German king who also reigned as the emperor of most of western Europe between 742 and 814. Charlemagne was so famous and powerful that many called him the father of Europe. In lively detail, the author describes Charlemagne's life as well as the lifestyle and customs of the time, monks and monasteries, and medieval religion. His life is outlined in easy-to-read language accompanied by images of beautiful illuminated manuscripts and artifacts of the time.
