Ingeborg's Lamentation. from the Swedish of Tegn
Ingeborg's Lamentation is a poem by George Borrow that tells the story of Ingeborg, a young woman who laments her lost love and longs for death. The poem is written in a melancholic tone and reflects on themes of love, loss, and mortality.
By George Borrow · First published 1837 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Tragedy · 380 words
First lines
Autumn winds howl; Ocean is swelling so stormy. -- My soul, Would with the sighs which I utter Forth thou wouldst flutter!
Long did I view Far in the West the sail which flew -- Happy my Frithiof to follow O'er the wave hollow!
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Ingeborg's Lamentation. from the Swedish of Tegner. (an Extract from Frithiof's Saga.) is listed on Textopian as a short story by George Borrow, dated 1837 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: George Borrow
- Date: 1837 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Tragedy, Mythology, Adventure
- Length: 380 words
- Structure: 1 section, 15 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm, meter, and lyrical expression.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love and longing, particularly the emotional turmoil of separation from a beloved.
- Tragedy — The narrative includes elements of sorrow and potential death, highlighting themes of loss and despair.
- Mythology — References to mythological figures and motifs, such as Freia and divine pinions, are present, indicating a mythological influence.
Tags
Swedish literature · poetry · epic · mythology · Frithiof's Saga · Tegner · lamentation · narrative · romanticism · nature · love · loss