Blodeuwedd by Frederic Manning
Blodeuwedd is a novel by Frederic Manning that tells the story of a young Welsh woman who marries an Englishman and struggles to adjust to her new life. The book explores themes of identity, culture clash, and the challenges of assimilation.
By Frederic Manning · First published 1923 · Genre: Fantasy, Mythology, Poetry · 438 words
First lines
Math, upon a summer day, / Gathered blossoms of the May; / Cherry-blossom, too, which fell / On the surface of a well; / Silver froth, and foam of flowers, / Golden rays on drifting showers; / Dew, and frost, and flames of fire, / And he fashioned his desire: / Made a woman, slim and fair, / Blodeuwedd of the lovely hair.
Blodeuwedd of the shining face / Ranged the forest, with the grace / Of a forest-thing, as wild, / Wilful as a wanton child.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frederic Manning
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Mythology, Poetry, Romance, Tragedy
- Length: 438 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The narrative involves magical creation and mythical elements, such as a woman being fashioned from natural elements by a sorcerer.
- Mythology — The story draws on mythological themes and characters, reflecting ancient tales and legends.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and poetic, with a focus on rhythm, imagery, and metaphor.
- Romance — The themes of beauty, desire, and relationships are central to the narrative, exploring romantic and sensual elements.
Tags
mythology · Welsh · folklore · fantasy · female protagonist · transformation · betrayal · love · nature · magic · identity · legend