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Title: Niels Ebbesen, and Germand Gladenswayne: Two Ballads
Note: Reading ease score: 84.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
Summary: "Niels Ebbesen, and Germand Gladenswayne: Two Ballads by Borrow and Wise" is a collection of two narrative ballads written by George Borrow, likely in the early 20th century, specifically around 1913. This book features traditional ballads that recount legendary tales of Danish history and folklore, with themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle against tyranny. Through vivid imagery and dramatic dialogues, Borrow brings to life the characters and events of these historical legends. The first ballad, "Niels Ebbesen," follows the titular character as he confronts Count Gert, a foreign tyrant threatening Denmark. Ebbesen's courage is showcased as he gathers support from loyal knights to defend his homeland, leading to a dramatic encounter where he ultimately slays the Count and frees his people from oppression. The second ballad, "Germand Gladenswayne," tells the story of a young man constrained by a deal made by his mother with a raven, who demands a terrible price. As Germand seeks to reunite with his beloved, he faces the chilling consequences of this bargain, demonstrating themes of sacrifice and destiny. Both ballads encapsulate the spirit of resistance and the complex interplay of fate and personal agency in mythic storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937
Translator: Borrow, George, 1803-1881
EBook No.: 26833
Published: Oct 7, 2008
Downloads: 73
Language: English
Subject: Ballads
Subject: English poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Niels Ebbesen, and Germand Gladenswayne: Two Ballads
Note: Reading ease score: 84.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
Summary: "Niels Ebbesen, and Germand Gladenswayne: Two Ballads by Borrow and Wise" is a collection of two narrative ballads written by George Borrow, likely in the early 20th century, specifically around 1913. This book features traditional ballads that recount legendary tales of Danish history and folklore, with themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle against tyranny. Through vivid imagery and dramatic dialogues, Borrow brings to life the characters and events of these historical legends. The first ballad, "Niels Ebbesen," follows the titular character as he confronts Count Gert, a foreign tyrant threatening Denmark. Ebbesen's courage is showcased as he gathers support from loyal knights to defend his homeland, leading to a dramatic encounter where he ultimately slays the Count and frees his people from oppression. The second ballad, "Germand Gladenswayne," tells the story of a young man constrained by a deal made by his mother with a raven, who demands a terrible price. As Germand seeks to reunite with his beloved, he faces the chilling consequences of this bargain, demonstrating themes of sacrifice and destiny. Both ballads encapsulate the spirit of resistance and the complex interplay of fate and personal agency in mythic storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Editor: Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937
Translator: Borrow, George, 1803-1881
EBook No.: 26833
Published: Oct 7, 2008
Downloads: 73
Language: English
Subject: Ballads
Subject: English poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.