The Song of Deirdra by George Borrow
The Song of Deirdra is a novel by George Borrow that tells the story of an Irish princess who falls in love with a warrior named Naoise. The book follows their journey through Ireland and Scotland, as they face various challenges and obstacles along the way. Ultimately, the story ends tragically when Naoise is killed by Deirdra's jealous husband.
By George Borrow · First published 1862 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Tragedy · 358 words
First lines
Farewell, grey Albyn, much loved land, I ne'er shall see thy hills again; Upon those hills I oft would stand And view the chase sweep o'er the plain.
'Twas pleasant from their tops I ween To see the stag that bounding ran; And all the rout of hunters keen, The sons of Usna in the van.
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The Song of Deirdra is listed on Textopian as a poem by George Borrow, dated 1862 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George Borrow
- Date: 1862 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Tragedy, Historical Fiction, Adventure
- Length: 358 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The narrative centers around themes of love and relationships, particularly the secret love between Nasa and Dundron's daughter.
- Tragedy — The story involves elements of jealousy, conflict, and the foreshadowing of death, which are typical of tragic narratives.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and references to specific locations and cultural elements suggest a historical context.
Tags
Irish mythology · poetry · romance · tragedy · folklore · legend · heroism · love · loss · nature · narrative · epic