Athelstan: The Making of England: Penguin Monarchs, Book 3

The audiobook edition of Athelstan: The Making of England by Tom Holland, read by Roy McMillan is a thrilling story of how King Alfred ensured the survival of Wessex, his son Eadweard expanded it, and his grandson Æthelstan finally united Mercia and Wessex, conquered Northumbria and became Rex totius Britanniae.

This book provides an in-depth understanding of the often confusing history of the Anglo-Saxon kings like never before.

With relish and drama, Tom Holland recounts the exciting story of great figures such as Alfred and his daughter Æthelflæd, 'Lady of the Mercians', who brought Æthelstan up at the Mercian court.

Don't miss out on this captivating audiobook that will transport you back in time to the making of England.