The Ballad of the White Horse - by G K Chesterton (Paperback)

This epic poem tells the tale of Alfred the Great's unlikely victory over Gunthrum and the Danes at the Battle of Ethandune, with the assistance of the Virgin Mary.

Chesterton equates Alfred's struggles with Christianity's fight against nihilism and heathenism--a battle that continues to this day.

This ballad unfolds in the Vale of the White Horse, where Alfred fought the Danes in a valley beneath an ancient equine figure etched upon the Berkshire hills.

The authoritative and inexpensive version of Chesterton's inspiring work will motivate readers to join the fight against invasive foes.