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100 1 _aBrontë, Charlotte,
_d1816-1855
245 1 0 _aRichard Coeur de Lion and Blondel
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2016-12-16
508 _aProduced by Mary Glenn Krause, David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from a file downloaded from the British Library)
520 _a"Richard Coeur de Lion and Blondel" by Charlotte Brontë is a poetic work that reflects on historical themes and the nature of longing and freedom, composed in the early 19th century. This piece is likely inspired by the legends surrounding King Richard I of England and his faithful minstrel Blondel, focusing on themes of love, captivity, and chivalry. The book showcases Brontë's lyrical prowess while diving into the emotional experiences of the characters, particularly highlighting their struggles and aspirations in a feudal context. The narrative centers on the character of Blondel, a wandering minstrel who sings beneath the castle walls, hoping to reach the imprisoned King Richard. Through his music, he expresses sorrow and longing, while Richard, trapped in a dungeon, responds with his own reflections on despair and yearning for freedom. Their interconnected songs reveal a poignant bond between the king and the minstrel, emphasizing ideals of loyalty and heroism. Ultimately, the tale culminates in Richard's eventual release from captivity and the celebration of his return, representing the triumph of spirit and the enduring power of friendship and hope in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish poetry -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53747
999 _c94581
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