The Banning of the Pest. from the Finnish
The Banning of the Pest is a novel by George Borrow that tells the story of a young man who travels to Finland in search of his lost love. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including a mysterious plague that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. The book explores themes of love, loss, and redemption, as well as the power of human resilience in the face of adversity.
By George Borrow · First published 1845 · Genre: Fantasy, Folklore, Poetry · 326 words
First lines
The plague is solemnly conjured to leave the country, and the speaker / offers to find a suitable conveyance, namely a demon-horse summoned from / one of those mountains in Norway supposed to be inhabited by evil spirits / and goblins.
Hie away, thou horrid monster!
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Genres
- Fantasy — The text involves supernatural elements such as a demon-horse and goblins, typical of fantasy literature.
- Folklore — The narrative draws on traditional beliefs and mythical creatures from Norwegian and Finnish folklore.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and rhythmic, resembling poetic verse.
- Adventure — The plot involves a journey and the banishment of a plague, elements common in adventure stories.
Tags
Finnish literature · pest control · banning · cultural commentary · historical context · social issues · environmental themes · literary analysis · fiction · narrative style · character development · plot structure
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The Banning of the Pest. from the Finnish is listed on Textopian as a short story by George Borrow, dated 1845 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: George Borrow
- Date: 1845 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Folklore, Poetry, Adventure, Horror
- Length: 326 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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More by George Borrow
- The Forsaken. from the Spanish (1840)
- The Grave of Demos. from the Modern Greek (1843)
- Kragelill (1914)
- The Cruel Step-Dame (1913)
- The Hail Storm (1853)
- Young Swaigder or the Force of Runes (1835)
- The Faithful King of Thule (1835)
- The Wicked Stepmother (Dalby Bear And Other Ballads) (1913)
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