Ulf Van Yern, and Other Ballads by George Borrow and Thomas James Wise
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"Ulf Van Yern, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow and Thomas James Wise is a collection of narrative poetry written in the early 20th century. This work revisits the traditional themes of heroism and adventure, drawing from folklore and legendary tales. It captures the essence of ancient battles, chivalry, and the trials of love in a style reminiscent of the ballads of earlier centuries. The collection primarily features the titular poem "Ulf
Van Yern," where the young hero Ulf seeks vengeance for his father's death, gathering a band of warriors led by the fearsome Vidrik Verlandson. The narrative explores themes of loyalty and bravery, culminating in a fierce battle against the Vendel King, where Ulf’s quest for vengeance is realized through Vidrik's valor. Other ballads, such as "The Chosen Knight" and "Sir Swerkel," portray the knightly adventures and romantic pursuits of Sir Oluf and Sir Swerkel, respectively, adding depth and variety to the collection. Each piece reflects the nuanced interplay of love, honor, and fate, appealing to readers who appreciate rich, folkloric storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Translator | Borrow, George, 1803-1881 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937 |
| Title | Ulf Van Yern, and Other Ballads |
| Contents | Ulf Van Yern -- The chosen knight -- Sir Swerkel -- Finn and the damsel -- Epigrams by Carolan. |
| 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 |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ballads |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27405 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-27405-8 |
| Release Date | Dec 4, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 485 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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