Publisher's Synopsis
Ethandune: And Other Poems is a collection of poems written by James Williams and published in 1892. The title poem, Ethandune, is an epic poem that tells the story of King Alfred the Great's victory over the Danes in 878 AD. Other poems in the collection include The Blackbird, The Legend of St. Cuthbert, The Old Cathedral, and The Pilgrim's Song. The poems range in theme from historical events and figures to nature and spirituality. Williams was a British poet and journalist who wrote for several publications, including The Times and The Manchester Guardian. His poetry is known for its vivid imagery and attention to detail. Ethandune: And Other Poems is a timeless work of literature that continues to capture the imagination of readers today.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.