King Alfred of England

Jacob Abbott (1803 - 1879)

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.

Genre(s): Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History

Language: English

Section Chapter Reader Time
Play 00 Preface Ryan Cherrick
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Play 01 I. The Britons Ryan Cherrick
00:23:36
Play 02 II. The Anglo-Saxons Ryan Cherrick
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Play 03 III. The Danes Ryan Cherrick
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Play 04 IV. Alfred's Early Years Ryan Cherrick
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Play 05 V. The State of England Ryan Cherrick
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Play 06 VI. Alfred's Accession to the Throne Ryan Cherrick
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Play 07 VII. Reverses Ryan Cherrick
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Play 08 VIII. The Seclusion Ryan Cherrick
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Play 09 IX. Reassembling of the Army Ryan Cherrick
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Play 10 X. The Victory over the Danes Ryan Cherrick
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Play 11 XI. The Reign Ryan Cherrick
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Play 12 XII. The Close of Life Ryan Cherrick
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Play 13 XIII. The Sequel Ryan Cherrick
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