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Title: The End of Elfintown
Original Publication: United Kingdom: The MacMillan & Co.,1894.
Note: Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The End of Elfintown" by Jane Barlow is a poetic fantasy novel written in the late 19th century, specifically in the mid-1890s. This enchanting tale takes readers into a world of Elfin characters who grapple with the demands imposed upon them by their king, Oberon, and the ensuing troubles they face in their enchanted realm. The story likely weaves themes of magic, the struggle for freedom, and the contrast between labor and joy within a whimsical yet poignant setting. The narrative unfolds as Oberon becomes enchanted by the sights of a grand city and, spurred by his vision, commands his subjects—the Elfin folk—to build their own town, Elfintown. However, the relentless labor leads the Elves to a state of discontent as they yearn for the playful and carefree existence they once enjoyed. As dissatisfaction mounts, a council of Elves convenes to discuss their grievances and ultimately uncovers that Oberon's madness stems from a spell cast by the malevolent Bad Brown Witch. To reclaim their joy and freedom, Elfmel sets off on a perilous quest to seek the help of the Good Gray Witch, leading to a turning point where the fate of Elfintown hangs in the balance, culminating in its destruction to break Oberon's enchantment. Through lyrical verse, Barlow explores themes of obligation, the loss of innocence, and the value of true happiness against the backdrop of Elfin lore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Barlow, Jane, 1856-1917
Illustrator: Housman, Laurence, 1865-1959
EBook No.: 67883
Published: Apr 20, 2022
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Fairy poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The End of Elfintown
Original Publication: United Kingdom: The MacMillan & Co.,1894.
Note: Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The End of Elfintown" by Jane Barlow is a poetic fantasy novel written in the late 19th century, specifically in the mid-1890s. This enchanting tale takes readers into a world of Elfin characters who grapple with the demands imposed upon them by their king, Oberon, and the ensuing troubles they face in their enchanted realm. The story likely weaves themes of magic, the struggle for freedom, and the contrast between labor and joy within a whimsical yet poignant setting. The narrative unfolds as Oberon becomes enchanted by the sights of a grand city and, spurred by his vision, commands his subjects—the Elfin folk—to build their own town, Elfintown. However, the relentless labor leads the Elves to a state of discontent as they yearn for the playful and carefree existence they once enjoyed. As dissatisfaction mounts, a council of Elves convenes to discuss their grievances and ultimately uncovers that Oberon's madness stems from a spell cast by the malevolent Bad Brown Witch. To reclaim their joy and freedom, Elfmel sets off on a perilous quest to seek the help of the Good Gray Witch, leading to a turning point where the fate of Elfintown hangs in the balance, culminating in its destruction to break Oberon's enchantment. Through lyrical verse, Barlow explores themes of obligation, the loss of innocence, and the value of true happiness against the backdrop of Elfin lore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Barlow, Jane, 1856-1917
Illustrator: Housman, Laurence, 1865-1959
EBook No.: 67883
Published: Apr 20, 2022
Downloads: 81
Language: English
Subject: Fairy poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.