The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems: Every Boy's Library: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems: Every Boy's Library is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Browning, Robert (1812–1889).
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"The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems by Robert Browning" is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. This work showcases Browning's mastery of narrative poetry, with themes that blend folklore, historical events, and human experiences. The title piece, "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," recounts the tale of a mysterious piper who rid a town of its rat infestation, only to seek revenge when the townspeople refuse to honor their promises. The central poem, "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," describes how the town of Hamelin, plagued by an overwhelming number of rats, seeks help from a piper who promises to deliver them from the vermin in exchange for payment. After luring the rats to their demise in the river, the townsfolk refuse to fulfill their bargain, leading the piper to take away their children in a similarly enchanting manner. Other poems in the collection, such as "Hervé Riel" and "Incident of the French Camp," similarly feature strong characters and vivid storytelling, exploring themes of courage, loyalty, and the consequences of both action and inaction. Overall, the collection reflects Browning's ability to weave complex narratives and evoke deep emotion through his rhythmic and expressive language.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Other Poems: Every Boy's Library
- Author credits: Browning, Robert (1812–1889)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Avarice -- Juvenile poetry
- Children's poetry
- Children's poetry, English
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile poetry
- Courage -- Juvenile poetry
- Missing children -- Juvenile poetry
- Pied Piper of Hamelin (Legendary character) -- Juvenile poetry
- Promises -- Juvenile poetry
- Soldiers -- Juvenile poetry
- War -- Juvenile poetry
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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