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Title: Tord of Hafsborough, and Other Ballads
Note: Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents: Tord of Hafsborough -- From the Arabic -- Thorvald -- Peter Colbiornsen -- Kragelill -- Allegast -- Epigrams -- On a young man with red hair.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1914 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
Summary: "Tord of Hafsborough, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written in the early 20th century. The book features a series of lyrical narratives that delve into themes of heroism, love, and moral dilemmas, deeply rooted in Norse mythology and folklore. Borrow's work aims to revive and explore traditional tales, showcasing both dramatic and whimsical elements through poetic storytelling. The titular ballad "Tord of Hafsborough" narrates the journey of Tord, who loses his magical golden hammer, leading his brother Lokke Leyemand on a quest to retrieve it. The story unfolds in a castle setting, where a greedy count holds the hammer captive, demanding a hefty price in return. Through clever plans and the strength of Damsel Fridleifsborg, the narrative reaches its climax with the revelation of the hammer's power, ultimately leading to confrontation and victory. Other ballads in the collection, such as "Thorvald," "Peter Colbiornsen," and "Allegast," reflect similar themes of valor and adventure, highlighting characters facing trials in pursuit of honor or love, enriched by vivid imagery and stirring language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor: Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937
EBook No.: 28985
Published: May 29, 2009
Downloads: 55
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
Subject: Ballads
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Tord of Hafsborough, and Other Ballads
Note: Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents: Tord of Hafsborough -- From the Arabic -- Thorvald -- Peter Colbiornsen -- Kragelill -- Allegast -- Epigrams -- On a young man with red hair.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1914 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
Summary: "Tord of Hafsborough, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written in the early 20th century. The book features a series of lyrical narratives that delve into themes of heroism, love, and moral dilemmas, deeply rooted in Norse mythology and folklore. Borrow's work aims to revive and explore traditional tales, showcasing both dramatic and whimsical elements through poetic storytelling. The titular ballad "Tord of Hafsborough" narrates the journey of Tord, who loses his magical golden hammer, leading his brother Lokke Leyemand on a quest to retrieve it. The story unfolds in a castle setting, where a greedy count holds the hammer captive, demanding a hefty price in return. Through clever plans and the strength of Damsel Fridleifsborg, the narrative reaches its climax with the revelation of the hammer's power, ultimately leading to confrontation and victory. Other ballads in the collection, such as "Thorvald," "Peter Colbiornsen," and "Allegast," reflect similar themes of valor and adventure, highlighting characters facing trials in pursuit of honor or love, enriched by vivid imagery and stirring language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor: Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937
EBook No.: 28985
Published: May 29, 2009
Downloads: 55
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
Subject: Ballads
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.