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100 1 _aBorrow, George,
_d1803-1881
245 1 0 _aBrown William, The Power of the Harp, and Other Ballads
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-10-06
505 0 _aBrown William -- The power of the harp -- The unfortunate marriage -- The wrestling-match -- The warrior.
508 _aTranscribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
520 _a"The Power of the Harp, and Other Ballads by Borrow and Wise" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written during the early 20th century, specifically in 1913. This book features traditional ballads that draw upon themes of love, tragedy, and folklore, encapsulating the rich lyrical heritage of the British Isles. The collection serves to highlight the emotional depth and storytelling traditions inherent in balladry, often exploring the complexities of human relationships through poetic narratives. The collection includes various ballads, such as "Brown William," the tale of a misunderstood patriot executed for treason, drawing poignantly from themes of betrayal and vengeance. Other pieces like "The Power of the Harp" explore the depths of love, loss, and even supernatural elements, where a powerful harp can summon the dead. Through lively characters and rhythmic language, Borrow’s ballads engage readers with vivid imagery and emotional struggles, providing insights into the human condition and the cultural stories that shape our understanding of life and relationships. Overall, this work is a significant glance into the world of ballads, intertwining historical events with personal narratives that resonate through time. (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/26788
999 _c67697
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