Proud Signild, and Other Ballads by George Borrow and Thomas James Wise

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Translator Borrow, George, 1803-1881
Editor Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937
Title Proud Signild, and Other Ballads
Note Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Proud Signild -- The damsel of the wood -- Damsel Mettie.
Credits Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly supplying the images from which this transcription was made
Summary "Proud Signild, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow and Thomas James Wise is a collection of poetic ballads written in the early 20th century. The book offers readers a taste of traditional narrative poetry, focusing on themes of love, betrayal, and revenge, often with a dark and dramatic twist. The ballads draw on folklore and historical motifs, presenting vivid storytelling that captures the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The main ballad, "Proud Signild," recounts the tragic tale of a noblewoman who endures years of torment after being married to the murderer of her family. Over time, Signild seeks revenge for the slaying of her loved ones, culminating in her turning against her husband, Sir Loumor, who had betrayed her deepest trust. Other poems in the collection, such as "The Damsel of the Wood" and "Damsel Mettie," further explore the themes of love and conflict, often portraying knights and damsels in encounters that reveal the perils of passion and loyalty. The book is rich in dramatic tension and showcases Borrow's skillful use of language and rhythm, making these ballads resonate with readers interested in folklore and tragic love stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Ballads
Subject English poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 27396
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 4, 2008
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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