Project Gutenberg 1996-01-01 Public domain in the USA. 494 Stevenson, Robert Louis 1850 1894 Stevenson, R. L. (Robert Louis) Ballads The song of Rahéro: a legend of Tahiti -- The feast of famine: Marquesan manners -- Ticonderoga: a legend of the west highlands -- Heather ale: a Galloway legend -- Christmas at sea. Transcribed from the 1895 Chatto & Windus edition by David Price "Ballads by Robert Louis Stevenson" is a collection of narrative poems published in the late 19th century. This work encapsulates a variety of legends and tales inspired by the landscapes and cultures of the Pacific Islands and Scotland, presenting themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human nature. The collection showcases Stevenson's lyrical prowess and his ability to weave intricate narratives that transport readers to both mythical and historical realms. The collection includes several standout pieces, such as "The Song of Rahéro," which portrays the tale of a young Tahitian fisherman caught in a web of treachery and revenge, and "Ticonderoga," a tale of feuding Scottish clans. Each ballad features rich characters and vivid storytelling, capturing the essence of their respective settings. For instance, in "The Feast of Famine," a desperate priest manipulates the tribe's fate during a time of hunger, while "Heather Ale" explores the consequences of a king's desire for a secret brew. Through these varied tales, Stevenson delves into human emotions and societal conflicts, inviting readers to reflect on the resilience and fragility of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Poetry Ballads PR Text Category: Poetry Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore Category: British Literature 142418 2025-10-01T05:17:09.741984 text/html 142136 2013-02-16T02:57:14 text/html 113292 2013-02-16T03:00:23 text/html application/zip 183247 2025-10-01T05:17:16.099003 application/epub+zip 181943 2025-10-01T05:17:12.063034 application/epub+zip 114053 2025-10-01T05:17:10.663009 application/epub+zip 274945 2025-10-01T05:17:18.399001 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 253700 2025-10-01T05:17:14.891958 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 160721 2022-09-01T05:45:12.484668 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 114016 2025-10-01T05:17:09.121994 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 113725 2013-02-16T02:56:37 text/plain; charset=utf-8 42012 2013-02-16T03:00:23 text/plain; charset=utf-8 application/zip 18880 2025-10-01T05:17:18.526961 application/rdf+xml 10195 2025-10-01T05:17:11.158991 image/jpeg 2834 2025-10-01T05:17:10.911012 image/jpeg 173521 2025-10-01T05:17:09.758058 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia