Farjeon, Eleanor 1881-1965 creator text utu 2000 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Martin Pippin in the Apple Orchard" by Eleanor Farjeon is a whimsical novel that likely dates from the early to mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around Martin Pippin, a minstrel whose charm and songs draw others into his enchanting world, weaving together elements of folklore and romance. The story seems to explore themes of love, longing, and the transformative power of storytelling, set against a backdrop of a magical orchard and quirky, vivid characters. The opening of the book introduces Martin Pippin as he encounters a heartbroken young man named Robin Rue, who laments over his beloved, Gillian, who is locked away in a well-house by her protective milkmaids. Martin, with his lute in hand and a lively spirit, offers to help Robin retrieve a flower and a ring from Gillian, preparing to embark on an adventure that promises to intertwine music, love, and the whimsical charm of storytelling. As the tale unfolds, we see the magical elements come to life, inviting readers into a fanciful realm where love stories will be shared, and the fruits of the orchard serve as a metaphor for their blossoming hopes and dreams. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2000-01-01 Produced by Batsy. HTML version by Al Haines. Original publication data not identified Fairy tales Minstrels -- Fiction PR PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2032 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2032 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133052.0 2032