The Loving Ballad of Lord Bateman
William Makepeace Thackeray, Charles Dickens
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Beschreibung
This book is an adaptation of the traditional ballad 'Young Beichan', with the text attributed to either Thackeray or Cruikshank, and the introduction and notes to Dickens. The original ballad is a popular folk song with clear parallels in ballads and folk tales across Europe. The story follows the adventures of Lord Bateman, who sets out on a perilous journey to find his true love, Sophia, who has been kidnapped by a Turkish Knight. Along the way, Lord Bateman encounters numerous challenges and obstacles, including a giant and a treacherous sea voyage, before finally rescuing Sophia and winning her hand in marriage. This adaptation is a must-read for anyone interested in traditional ballads, folklore, and romantic adventure stories.
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English poetry, English, Ballads, English literature