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World’s Story Volume IX- England

World’s Story Volume IX- England

By: Eva March Tappan
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 Welcome to the ninth volume of the captivating 15-volume series, The World’s Story, edited by Eva March Tappan. This rich anthology weaves together prose, poetry, and art to present a vivid tapestry of global history, culture, and creativity from ancient times to the dawn of the 20th century. Volume IX focuses on the early history of England, tracing its journey from legendary figures such as King Arthur and Robin Hood to the impactful reigns of the Tudor monarchs. Discover enthralling narratives featuring iconic characters like William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth, brought to life through engaging storytelling. - Summary by Sonia
Cast list for A messenger from Rome Cymbeline alanmapstone / Lucius Jim Locke / Queen Devorah Allen / Cloten Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
Cast list for Prince Arthur and the keeper Hubert Hubert Jim Locke / First Executioner Devorah Allen / Arthur Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
Cast list for Two scenes in the life of Henry V Falstaff alanmapstone / Prince Hal/King Henry V Tomas Peter / Host Monika M.C.r / Warwick Jim Locke / Chief Justice Adrian Stephens / Lancaster Todd HW / Gloucester SaraHale / Clarence Sandra Schmit / Narrator Sonia
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  • 044 - The battle of Evesham 1265 by G P R James

    044 - The battle of Evesham 1265 by G P R James
    Feb 13 2026
    Welcome to the ninth volume of the captivating 15-volume series, The World’s Story, edited by Eva March Tappan. This rich anthology weaves together prose, poetry, and art to present a vivid tapestry of global history, culture, and creativity from ancient times to the dawn of the 20th century. Volume IX focuses on the early history of England, tracing its journey from legendary figures such as King Arthur and Robin Hood to the impactful reigns of the Tudor monarchs. Discover enthralling narratives featuring iconic characters like William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth, brought to life through engaging storytelling. - Summary by Sonia
    Cast list for A messenger from Rome Cymbeline alanmapstone / Lucius Jim Locke / Queen Devorah Allen / Cloten Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for Prince Arthur and the keeper Hubert Hubert Jim Locke / First Executioner Devorah Allen / Arthur Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for Two scenes in the life of Henry V Falstaff alanmapstone / Prince Hal/King Henry V Tomas Peter / Host Monika M.C.r / Warwick Jim Locke / Chief Justice Adrian Stephens / Lancaster Todd HW / Gloucester SaraHale / Clarence Sandra Schmit / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for The fall of Cardinal Wolsey Wolsey Jim Locke / Cromwell alanmapstone / Narrator Sonia
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    46 mins
  • 043 - England Part VII The later Plantagenet kings Historical note

    043 - England Part VII The later Plantagenet kings Historical note
    Feb 12 2026
    Welcome to the ninth volume of the captivating 15-volume series, The World’s Story, edited by Eva March Tappan. This rich anthology weaves together prose, poetry, and art to present a vivid tapestry of global history, culture, and creativity from ancient times to the dawn of the 20th century. Volume IX focuses on the early history of England, tracing its journey from legendary figures such as King Arthur and Robin Hood to the impactful reigns of the Tudor monarchs. Discover enthralling narratives featuring iconic characters like William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth, brought to life through engaging storytelling. - Summary by Sonia
    Cast list for A messenger from Rome Cymbeline alanmapstone / Lucius Jim Locke / Queen Devorah Allen / Cloten Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for Prince Arthur and the keeper Hubert Hubert Jim Locke / First Executioner Devorah Allen / Arthur Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for Two scenes in the life of Henry V Falstaff alanmapstone / Prince Hal/King Henry V Tomas Peter / Host Monika M.C.r / Warwick Jim Locke / Chief Justice Adrian Stephens / Lancaster Todd HW / Gloucester SaraHale / Clarence Sandra Schmit / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for The fall of Cardinal Wolsey Wolsey Jim Locke / Cromwell alanmapstone / Narrator Sonia
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    3 mins
  • 042 - Friar Bacon's brazen head thirteenth century by Abby Sage Richardson

    042 - Friar Bacon's brazen head thirteenth century by Abby Sage Richardson
    Feb 11 2026
    Welcome to the ninth volume of the captivating 15-volume series, The World’s Story, edited by Eva March Tappan. This rich anthology weaves together prose, poetry, and art to present a vivid tapestry of global history, culture, and creativity from ancient times to the dawn of the 20th century. Volume IX focuses on the early history of England, tracing its journey from legendary figures such as King Arthur and Robin Hood to the impactful reigns of the Tudor monarchs. Discover enthralling narratives featuring iconic characters like William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth, brought to life through engaging storytelling. - Summary by Sonia
    Cast list for A messenger from Rome Cymbeline alanmapstone / Lucius Jim Locke / Queen Devorah Allen / Cloten Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for Prince Arthur and the keeper Hubert Hubert Jim Locke / First Executioner Devorah Allen / Arthur Tomas Peter / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for Two scenes in the life of Henry V Falstaff alanmapstone / Prince Hal/King Henry V Tomas Peter / Host Monika M.C.r / Warwick Jim Locke / Chief Justice Adrian Stephens / Lancaster Todd HW / Gloucester SaraHale / Clarence Sandra Schmit / Narrator Sonia
    Cast list for The fall of Cardinal Wolsey Wolsey Jim Locke / Cromwell alanmapstone / Narrator Sonia
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    20 mins
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