About the Author

Jeff Sypeck teaches medieval literature at the University of Maryland. His writing has appeared in the Washington Post, among other publications. He lives in Washington, D.C.

Reviews

"Illuminates the shadowy corners of an era shrouded in the mists of legend." -- Kirkus Reviews"Magnificently chronicles four significant years in the emperor's life...a splendid portrait...dazzling glimpses of Charlemagne's life." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)