The Cruel Mother-In-Law by George Borrow
The Cruel Mother-In-Law is a story about a young woman who marries an older man and moves into his home with her mother-in-law. The mother-in-law is very cruel to the young woman, treating her like a servant and making her do all the work around the house. One day, the young woman decides she has had enough and runs away from home. She meets a kind old man who helps her find a new life for herself.
By George Borrow · First published 1853 · Genre: Folklore, Tragedy, Drama · 1,032 words
First lines
From his home and his country Sir Volmor should fare, / His wife he commends to his mother's best care.
Proud Lyborg she sang, as the dancers she watched, / Behind stood Dame Ingeborg, malice she hatched.
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Genres
- Folklore — The narrative structure and themes are reminiscent of traditional folklore, with elements of moral lessons and supernatural occurrences.
- Tragedy — The story involves themes of betrayal, suffering, and death, culminating in a tragic resolution.
- Drama — The plot is driven by intense emotional conflicts and dramatic events, such as betrayal and revenge.
- Poetry — The work is written in verse form, utilizing poetic devices and structure.
Tags
family dynamics · mother-in-law · relationships · conflict · drama · society · marriage · cultural norms · emotional tension · character study · narrative · social commentary
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: George Borrow
- Date: 1853 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Folklore, Tragedy, Drama, Poetry, Historical Fiction
- Length: 1,032 words
- Structure: 1 section, 41 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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More by George Borrow
- The Forsaken. from the Spanish (1840)
- The Grave of Demos. from the Modern Greek (1843)
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- 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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