02419cam a22003373u 4500 29649 UtSlPG 20260610133657.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Borrow, George, 1803-1881 The Serpent Knight, and Other Ballads Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-08-09 The serpent knight -- Sir Olaf -- The treacherous merman -- The knight in the deer's shape -- The stalwart monk -- The cruel step-dame -- The cuckoo. Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas Wise pamphlet by David Price "The Serpent Knight, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of lyrical ballads likely written in the early 20th century. This book features a variety of stories that blend elements of folklore, mythology, and romance, capturing the imagination through its exploration of mythical figures and themes of love, transformation, and the supernatural. Borrow's work encapsulates the rich tradition of ballad storytelling, drawing upon the narratives and motifs prevalent in earlier folk tales. The collection includes several narratives, each centered around enchanted characters and transformative experiences. "The Serpent Knight" tells of a girl who must navigate the challenges of a serpent suitor, ultimately finding love when the serpent transforms into a handsome knight. "Sir Olaf" recounts the tragic fate of a knight ensnared by the Elfin Queen, leading to his untimely death. Other ballads like "The Treacherous Merman" and "The Cruel Step-Dame" explore themes of betrayal, enchantment, and the struggle against malevolent forces. Each ballad illustrates Borrow's ability to weave lyrical beauty into compelling stories that reflect the complexities of love, loyalty, and the interplay between humanity and the magical world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Poetry Ballads Wise, Thomas James, 1859-1937 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29649 70497 70497