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100 1 _aBorrow, George,
_d1803-1881
245 1 0 _aAlf the Freebooter, Little Danneved and Swayne Trost, and Other Ballads
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-10-06
505 0 _aSir Alf the Freebooter -- Little Danneved and Swayne Trost -- Sir Pall, Sir Bear, and Sir Liden -- Belardo's wedding -- The yew tree.
508 _aTranscribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
520 _a"Alf the Freebooter, Little Danneved and Swayne Trost, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of narrative ballads crafted in the early 20th century. The book dives into themes of heroism, adventure, and the human condition, often set against a backdrop of medieval or heroic landscapes. Borrow intricately weaves traditional storytelling with poetic form, reflecting the folklore and legends of Northern Europe. The collection features a series of tales centered on characters such as Sir Alf, a diminutive yet daring pirate, and Little Danneved, a brave young man navigating his way through the challenges of loyalty and courage. In the first ballad, Alf embarks on a piracy venture, bravely confronting enemies at sea, while the second recounts his unfortunate capture and encounters with the Danish queen. The subsequent ballads continue this exploration of valiant feats and moral dilemmas, showcasing the evolving bonds of friendship and familial ties amidst conflicts. Each story captures the essence of its protagonists, blending valor with the consequences of their actions, ultimately revealing the intricacies of human relationships and societal values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBallads
653 _aEnglish poetry
700 1 _aWise, Thomas James,
_d1859-1937
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26787
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