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The Ballad of the White Horse (Version 3) by G. K. Chesterton

The Ballad of the White Horse (Version 3) by G. K. Chesterton

By: Mentor New York
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This epic poem is about Alfred the Great's defense of Christian England against the pagan Viking invaders. The decisive battle is fought in sight of a white horse mark made on a hill, after which the poem is named. As the white horse mark must be continually maintained by weeding to be clearly seen, Chesterton sees it as a symbol of the continual struggle to maintain the Christian culture and values for which Alfred the Great fought. - Summary by Robin LambCopyright Mentor New York Art
Episodes
  • Book VIII. The Scouring of the Horse
    14 mins
  • Book VII. Ethandune: The Last Charge
    14 mins
  • Book VI. Ethandune: The Slaying of the Chiefs
    11 mins
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