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Stonehenge

The Giants' Ring

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John Millen

Listen to me and I will tell you the tale of how one of Britain's greatest wonders came to be. Some say the origins of this place are unknown. This is not true. I know the truth, and I will tell you.

In your time, people call this place Stonehenge, but that is not its true name.

It should be called The Giants' Ring, and if you listen, you will learn the truth about this mighty stone circle that watches over the plain where it stands.

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They say the place was built as a site of ancient worship, or it was a gigantic timepiece to set the months and the seasons. But it is none of these.

And who am I? My name is Merlin, and I am the greatest wizard the land of Britain has ever known. Now I am ready to begin the story of the Giants' Ring. Hold your tongues and listen.

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There once was an ancient British warlord called Vortigern. He was ambitious and he had his eye on the throne.

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