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Title: Signelil, A Tale from the Cornish, and Other Ballads

Note: Reading ease score: 89.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Contents: Signelil -- A tale from the Cornish -- Sir Verner and Dame Ingeborg -- The Heddeby spectre -- From Goudeli -- Peasant songs of Spain.

Credits: Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price

Summary: "Signelil, A Tale from the Cornish, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written in the early 20th century. The book features narrative poems that touch on themes of love, betrayal, morality, and social commentary, set against the backdrop of Cornish folklore. Borrow, a notable figure in 19th-century literature, explores the lives of ordinary people in a poetic form that reflects both their struggles and desires. The collection includes a key narrative about a young lady, her noble suitor, and her handmaid, illustrating the tension between social status and personal connection. Another tale follows John, a hardworking man, as he navigates the challenges of life away from home, including encounters with thieves and a risky return. Ultimately, John’s wisdom and honesty prevail, leading to a resolution filled with hope and a reconciliation with his wife. Through these stories, Borrow captures the essence of human experience, weaving folklore with moral lessons and highlighting the complexities of relationships in everyday life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881

Editor: Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937

EBook No.: 28816

Published: May 14, 2009

Downloads: 58

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

Subject: Ballads

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Signelil, A Tale from the Cornish, and Other Ballads

Note: Reading ease score: 89.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Contents: Signelil -- A tale from the Cornish -- Sir Verner and Dame Ingeborg -- The Heddeby spectre -- From Goudeli -- Peasant songs of Spain.

Credits: Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price

Summary: "Signelil, A Tale from the Cornish, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written in the early 20th century. The book features narrative poems that touch on themes of love, betrayal, morality, and social commentary, set against the backdrop of Cornish folklore. Borrow, a notable figure in 19th-century literature, explores the lives of ordinary people in a poetic form that reflects both their struggles and desires. The collection includes a key narrative about a young lady, her noble suitor, and her handmaid, illustrating the tension between social status and personal connection. Another tale follows John, a hardworking man, as he navigates the challenges of life away from home, including encounters with thieves and a risky return. Ultimately, John’s wisdom and honesty prevail, leading to a resolution filled with hope and a reconciliation with his wife. Through these stories, Borrow captures the essence of human experience, weaving folklore with moral lessons and highlighting the complexities of relationships in everyday life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881

Editor: Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937

EBook No.: 28816

Published: May 14, 2009

Downloads: 58

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

Subject: Ballads

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.