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100	1		_aBorrow, George, _d1803-1881
245	1	0	_aTord of Hafsborough, and Other Ballads
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-05-29
505	0		_aTord of Hafsborough -- From the Arabic -- Thorvald -- Peter Colbiornsen -- Kragelill -- Allegast -- Epigrams -- On a young man with red hair.
508			_aTranscribed from the 1914 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price
520			_a"Tord of Hafsborough, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written in the early 20th century. The book features a series of lyrical narratives that delve into themes of heroism, love, and moral dilemmas, deeply rooted in Norse mythology and folklore. Borrow's work aims to revive and explore traditional tales, showcasing both dramatic and whimsical elements through poetic storytelling. The titular ballad "Tord of Hafsborough" narrates the journey of Tord, who loses his magical golden hammer, leading his brother Lokke Leyemand on a quest to retrieve it. The story unfolds in a castle setting, where a greedy count holds the hammer captive, demanding a hefty price in return. Through clever plans and the strength of Damsel Fridleifsborg, the narrative reaches its climax with the revelation of the hammer's power, ultimately leading to confrontation and victory. Other ballads in the collection, such as "Thorvald," "Peter Colbiornsen," and "Allegast," reflect similar themes of valor and adventure, highlighting characters facing trials in pursuit of honor or love, enriched by vivid imagery and stirring language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPoetry
653			_aBallads
700	1		_aWise, Thomas James, _d1859-1937
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28985
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