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2014-05-27
Public domain in the USA.
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Scott, Walter
1771
1832
Scott, Sir Walter
Malagrowther, Malachi
Cleishbotham, Jedediah
Templeton, Laurence
Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, Volume 3 (of 3)
Consisting of Historical and Romantic Ballads, Collected in the Southern Counties of Scotland; with a Few of Modern Date, Founded Upon Local Tradition
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"Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, Volume 3 (of 3)" by Walter Scott is a collection of historical and romantic ballads written in the early 19th century. This volume continues the exploration of ballads that reflect the rich cultural heritage and folklore of the Scottish border regions, encompassing tales of love, betrayal, and valor that have been passed down through generations. The opening of this volume begins with "Fause Foodrage," a narrative ballad that presents an intricate tale of royal love, betrayal, and vengeance, where King Honour is deceived by his treacherous servant, Fause Foodrage. The queen, who finds herself pregnant amidst the chaos, finds clever ways to seek both her and her child's survival, leading to dramatic confrontations and a quest for justice. Overall, this segment captures the essence of the ballad tradition, blending dramatic storytelling with themes of loyalty and treachery against a backdrop of feudal society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Ballads, Scots -- Scotland -- Scottish Borders -- Texts
Scottish Borders (England and Scotland) -- Songs and music
Scottish Borders (England and Scotland) -- Poetry
Scottish Borders (Scotland) -- Songs and music
Scottish Borders (Scotland) -- Poetry
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Category: Poetry
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: British Literature
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