Alan Marks Books

It’s rare to find picture books based on the Anglo-Saxons and equally rare to find Anglo-Saxon stories featuring female protagonists. This book covers both.

The Princess Who Hid in a Tree tells the story of Frideswide, a female saint who helped to found Oxford during Anglo-Saxon times. Frideswide is a feisty young princess who loves climbing trees. After being kidnapped by King Algar of Mercia, she uses her skills to escape. Frideswide went on to found Oxford’s first Saxon church, which became Christ Church Cathedral, and she is still the patron saint of both the City and University of Oxford.

Her story includes adventure, suspense and a few surprises, captured in this picture book with Alan Marks’ stunning artwork.