The Ballad Of The White Horse (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419153495)

The Ballad of the White Horse is an epic poem written by G.K. Chesterton. It tells the story of King Alfred the Great and his battle against the invading Danes in the late 9th century. The poem is divided into four parts, each representing a different battle in the war between the Saxons and the Danes. The poem is written in a ballad form, with a strong emphasis on rhythm and rhyme. Chesterton uses vivid imagery and symbolism to create a powerful narrative that celebrates the heroism and courage of King Alfred and his men. The poem also explores themes of faith, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil. Chesterton draws on Christian imagery and mythology to create a deeply spiritual and philosophical work. The Ballad of the White Horse is considered one of Chesterton's greatest works and a masterpiece of English literature. It has been praised for its lyrical beauty, its historical accuracy, and its profound insights into the human condition.The fires of the Great Army That was made of iron men, Whose lights of sacrilege and scorn Ran around England red as morn, Fires over Glastonbury Thorn-- Fires out on Ely Fen.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: G. K. Chesterton
ISBN-10: 1419153498
ISBN-13: 9781419153495
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 9.26h x 7.62w x 0.27d