This primary source is written by Einhard, Charlemagne's courtier and servant. ... He reigned two years until his demise (Einhard 3; "Charlemagne" 3). ... His office members included Einhard, who was a scholar. ... He also improved the singing and psalmody of the church (Einhard 26). ... The biography was written by Einhard in around 829-836 CE. ...

• Word Count: 1699
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Who was Einhard to begin with? ... Einhard was obviously writing to honor Charlemagne. ... Yes Einhard was alive at that time and also a personal confidant of Charlemagne. ... Einhard, being Charlemagne's personal biographer has a leg up in this instance. ... However, one cannot help but think if Einhard is simply trying to make a modest man out of Charles. ...

• Word Count: 1455
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School