Dear Mr Cornwell, I really enjoyed The Last Kingdom as well as your other books that I have read to date. My long interest in genealogy led me to do some research which indicates that I am a direct decendant of Alfred (33 generations). This has really made me look at his time in history with a deeper interest. I look forward to the next book(s). I see from your diary section that you will be making some appearances next year. Are there plans for any others, perhaps in the New England area? Jeff H.