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100	1		_aShorter, Dora Sigerson, _d1866-1918
245	1	4	_aThe Story and Song of Black Roderick
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-12-01
508			_aProduced by Clare Boothby and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520			_a"The Story and Song of Black Roderick" by Dora Sigerson Shorter is a poetic narrative written in the early 20th century. This work combines elements of romance and tragedy, presenting the tale of Black Earl Roderick, whose journey from pride to love is intertwined with themes of familial duty and personal sacrifice. Set in a mythical landscape, the narrative explores the complexities of the human heart and the consequences of one's choices. The story revolves around Black Roderick, a proud and aloof earl who marries a gentle young bride to unite their feuding families but neglects her emotionally. As time passes, he discovers her quiet suffering and the depth of his love for her, only after she has tragically died of grief from his coldness and indifference. The narrative follows Roderick's grief and remorse as he realizes that he truly loved her too late. In a powerful conclusion, her spirit's unwavering love leads to his redemption, illustrating the enduring strength of love and the possibility of forgiveness, even amidst suffering. The tale is marked by lyrical prose, rich symbolism, and the intermingling of life and death themes, making it a poignant reminder of love's transformative power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aMarried people -- Fiction
653			_aReligious fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9483
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