King Alfred of England
Jacob Abbott
Play
Length 5 h 2 min
Chapters 13
The life and accomplishments of England's sole title holder of "The Great." King Alfred defended England from Viking invasions and ushered in an era of learning and progress for the British Isles. Summary by Ryan Cherrick.
Chapters
1
Preface Read by Ryan Cherrick 1:36
2
II. The Anglo-Saxons Read by Ryan Cherrick 27:00
3
III. The Danes Read by Ryan Cherrick 20:56
4
IV. Alfred's Early Years Read by Ryan Cherrick 22:20
5
V. The State of England Read by Ryan Cherrick 23:06
6
VI. Alfred's Accession to the Throne Read by Ryan Cherrick 21:23
7
VII. Reverses Read by Ryan Cherrick 24:48
8
VIII. The Seclusion Read by Ryan Cherrick 17:29
9
IX. Reassembling of the Army Read by Ryan Cherrick 21:19
10
X. The Victory over the Danes Read by Ryan Cherrick 21:57
11
XI. The Reign Read by Ryan Cherrick 22:59
12
XII. The Close of Life Read by Ryan Cherrick 19:03
13
XIII. The Sequel Read by Ryan Cherrick 33:59
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