The King's Wake, and Other Ballads: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The King's Wake, and Other Ballads is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Borrow, George (1803–1881).
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"The King's Wake, and Other Ballads" by George Borrow is a collection of ballads written during the early 20th century. This anthology reflects Borrow's fascination with folklore and poetry, drawing on themes of love, honor, and tragedy through various traditional narratives. The work exemplifies the blending of historical storytelling with lyrical expression, offering insights into human emotions and cultural values. The collection features various ballads, with "The King's Wake" standing out as a poignant narrative. In this tale, a young maiden named Signelil seeks permission from her mother to attend a royal wake, eager to join the festive atmosphere. Despite her mother's initial resistance, she is eventually allowed to go. At the wake, the King invites her to dance, leading to a tragic turn when she is mistakenly killed by the Queen, highlighting themes of innocence and the dire consequences of jealousy. The other ballads in the collection similarly explore struggles, deep emotions, and moral lessons, often steeped in mystical and folkloric elements that enrich the overarching narrative.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The King's Wake, and Other Ballads
- Author credits: Borrow, George (1803–1881)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Ballads
- English poetry
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- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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