Runnymede and Lincoln Fair
A Story of the Great CharterBy John G. Edgar
Length10h 55m
About this audiobook
In "Runnymede and Lincoln Fair," John G. Edgar intricately weaves a narrative that captures the rich historical tapestry of the English civil society in the late Middle Ages. Employing a blend of lyrical prose and meticulous historical detail, Edgar examines two pivotal events'Äîthe signing of the Magna Carta at Runnymede and the vibrant celebration at Lincoln Fair. His narrative not only contextualizes these significant moments within the trajectory of English constitutional development but also illustrates the social and cultural dynamics of the time, reflecting on the interplay between monarchy and commonality. Edgar'Äôs deft storytelling invites readers to engage with the past in an immersive experience, often becoming a bridge linking scholarly analysis with popular understanding. John G. Edgar, a notable historian and a passionate researcher of medieval England, brings his extensive knowledge of historical events and societal changes to bear in this work. His academic background, including studies at prominent institutions, fosters a rigorous yet accessible approach to his writing. Edgar's interest in the socio-political implications of historical events has undoubtedly influenced his desire to present history not just as a series of dates, but as a living narrative that resonates with contemporary readers. For those fascinated by English history, "Runnymede and Lincoln Fair" is not just a book; it is an invitation to explore the roots of democracy, civil rights, and the enduring legacy of communal celebrations. Readers will find themselves not only informed but also engaged, as Edgar revives voices from the past and offers them relevance in our modern discourse.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV CHRISTMAS
30CHAPTER XXXIII WARRIORS IN DISGUISE
2CHAPTER V THE TOWER OF LONDON
31CHAPTER XXXIV A RIDE FOR LIFE
3CHAPTER VI KING JOHN
32CHAPTER XXXV THE RUDDY LION RAMPANT
4CHAPTER VII A MAN OF THE FOREST
33CHAPTER XXXVI END OF KING JOHN
5CHAPTER VIII THE KING AND THE BARONS
34CHAPTER XXXVII THE GREAT EARL OF PEMBROKE
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6CHAPTER IX A BLOW IN SEASON
35CHAPTER XXXVIII CORONATION OF THE BOY HENRY
7CHAPTER X WILLIAM DE COLLINGHAM
36CHAPTER XXXIX A CONQUEROR IN IMAGINATION
8CHAPTER XI ANCIENT LONDON
37CHAPTER XL A CAMP OF REFUGE
9CHAPTER XII THE BARONS IN LONDON
38CHAPTER XLI OLIVER’S DREAM
10CHAPTER XIII EVACUATION OF THE TOWER
39CHAPTER XLII BURNING OF OAKMEDE
11CHAPTER XIV A HEROINE IN DANGER
40CHAPTER XLIII FOUND DYING
12CHAPTER XV ISABEL OF ANGOULÊME
41CHAPTER XLIV A MYSTERIOUS EXIT
13CHAPTER XVI TAKEN BY SURPRISE
42CHAPTER XLV A FRENCH ARMAMENT
14CHAPTER XVII THE WINDSOR OF KING JOHN
43CHAPTER XLVI A SEA-FIGHT
15CHAPTER XVIII THE DAY OF RUNNYMEDE
44CHAPTER XLVII THE SIEGE OF MOUNT SORREL
16CHAPTER XIX CHAS-CHATEIL
45CHAPTER XLVIII LINCOLN
17CHAPTER XX OLIVER’S CAPTIVITY
46CHAPTER XLIX COLLINGHAM’S RAVENS
18CHAPTER XXI DE MOREVILLE’S DAUGHTER
47CHAPTER L THE BATTLE
19CHAPTER XXII HOW THE KING BIDED HIS TIME
48CHAPTER LI DE MOREVILLE IN BATTLE HARNESS
20CHAPTER XXIII TURNING TO BAY
49CHAPTER LII DEFIANT TILL DEATH
21CHAPTER XXIV A DESPERATE EXPEDIENT
50CHAPTER LIII AFTER THE BATTLE
22CHAPTER XXV THE VOWS OF THE HERON
51CHAPTER LIV AN AWKWARD PREDICAMENT
23CHAPTER XXVI A PAINFUL INTERVIEW
52CHAPTER LV SUNSHINE AND CLOUDS
24CHAPTER XXVII THE INVADER AND HIS DUPES
53CHAPTER LVI THE WRESTLING MATCH
25CHAPTER XXVIII STYR THE ANGLO-SAXON AND HIS SON
54CHAPTER LVII A MEDIÆVAL RESTAURANT
26CHAPTER XXIX HUNTING A WILD BOAR
55CHAPTER LVIII WRESTLING FOR THE RAM
27CHAPTER XXX A GRAND FEAT OF HORSEMANSHIP
56CHAPTER LIX A STARTLING SPECTACLE
28CHAPTER XXXI PEDRO THE PAGE
57CHAPTER LX A DEMAGOGUE AND HIS DESPERADOES
29CHAPTER XXXII THE SUBTERRANEAN PASSAGE
58CHAPTER LXI AN OFFERING TO THE WINDS
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