“In this charming chapter, we encounter King Alfred the Great during a time of hardship. Disguised as a common man, Alfred takes refuge in a poor woman’s home. Unrecognized, he helps her with household chores, including baking cakes. When he accidentally burns the cakes, the woman’s displeasure contrasts with his true royal status. This story highlights themes of humility and the idea that even great leaders must sometimes perform the most humble tasks.”
50 Famous Stories Retold, Chapter 1, "King Alfred and the Cakes"
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