The Maker of England: the Lost Life of King Athelstan Professor Michael Wood

In this illustrated talk MW portrays Athelstan as a great innovator in law, coinage, learning and culture, and assembly politics-the origins of the English parliament. He makes a compelling case for seeing Athelstan as the founding father of the English state, restoring him to his rightful place in the grand narrative of British history.Michael is an acclaimed historian, broadcaster, and author whose groundbreaking work has shaped the field of public history for over four decades. He has produced more than 120 historical documentaries and written a series of bestselling books, engaging millions with his compelling narratives of the ancient, medieval, and modern worlds. A pioneer in historical storytelling, his signature blend of scholarship and accessibility has earned him widespread recognition as one of Britain's most effective communicators of the past.
Michael's accolades include an OBE for services to public history and broadcasting, the British Academy President's Medal, and the Historical Association's Medlicott Medal. He is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, the Society of Antiquaries, and the Royal Society of Arts, and continues to serve on several cultural and academic boards. He has also received numerous honorary degrees in recognition of his work.
His contributions exemplify the vital role historians play in public education, cultural preservation, and civic dialogue. Michael read History at Oriel College, Oxford, and did postgraduate research in Anglo-Saxon history before moving into journalism and television.1H 30mVisit https://www.eamont927.co.uk/ for full information on the weekend event