Role of Asser Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Where was Asser from?
A
He was summoned from St David’s in Wales in 885
2
Q
What was Asser’s role?
A
He stayed at Alfred’s court providing him with one-on-one tuition and probably largely being the one to teach him Latin
3
Q
How was Asser rewarded for his efforts?
A
Alfred made him bishop of Sherborne (for writing ‘Life of Alfred’)
