The Dying Bard. from the Gaelic
The Dying Bard is a poem written by George Borrow in the Gaelic language. It tells the story of an old bard who is nearing death and reflects on his life and legacy. The poem is known for its vivid imagery and emotional depth, as well as its celebration of traditional Irish culture and folklore.
By George Borrow · First published 1864 · Genre: Poetry, Translation, Folklore · 525 words
First lines
O for to hear the hunter's tread With his spear and his dogs the hills among; In my aged cheek youth flushes red When the noise of the chase arises strong.
Awakes in my bones the marrow whene'er I hark to the distant shout and bay; When peals in my ear; "We've kill'd the deer" -- To the hill-tops boundeth my soul away;
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The Dying Bard. from the Gaelic is listed on Textopian as a short story by George Borrow, dated 1864 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: George Borrow
- Date: 1864 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Translation, Folklore, Pastoral, Elegy
- Length: 525 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 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 imagery typical of poetry.
- Translation — The work is a translation from Gaelic, indicating its nature as a translated text.
- Folklore — The themes and imagery draw heavily from traditional Gaelic folklore and cultural elements.
- Pastoral — The text features vivid descriptions of nature and rural life, characteristic of pastoral literature.
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Gaelic · poetry · translation · literature · folklore · Celtic · mythology · narrative · historical · cultural · language · tradition