Charlemagne, according to Einhard his biographer, can be described as
A) a diligent and concerned king of moderate temperament and an avid eater. He was cultured and refined, yet a strong leader despite his illiteracy.
B) impervious to faults. He embodied perfection.
C) a spectacular example of taste and refinement, but he had little time for petty details of court. He detested foreigners and was incredibly fit as shown in his native costume.
D) a skilled linguist and an avid reader of Augustine's City of God. He was fair in mind and judgment.
E) a monster, cloaked in refinement and protected by the papacy.
A
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