Legend of the Corrievrechan
The Legend of the Corrievrechan by George MacDonald tells the story of a young man named Donald who sets out to find his fortune in the world. Along the way, he encounters many obstacles and challenges, including a dangerous whirlpool known as the Corrievrechan. With the help of some unlikely allies, Donald is able to overcome these obstacles and ultimately finds success and happiness. The book is a classic tale of adventure and self-discovery that has captivated readers for generations.
By George MacDonald · First published 1860 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Romance · 764 words
First lines
Prince Breacan of Denmark was lord of the strand And lord of the billowy sea; Lord of the sea and lord of the land, He might have let maidens be!
A maiden he met with locks of gold, Straying beside the sea: Maidens listened in days of old, And repented grievously.
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Legend of the Corrievrechan is listed on Textopian as a poem by George MacDonald, dated 1860 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1860 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Poetry, Mythology
- Length: 764 words
- Structure: 1 section, 22 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The narrative involves mythical elements such as a prince, a whirlpool, and magical cables, which are characteristic of fantasy.
- Adventure — The plot centers around a quest involving a prince undertaking a dangerous challenge at sea, typical of adventure stories.
- Romance — The story includes romantic elements, such as the prince's desire to marry the daughter of the lord of the Western Isles.
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form, employing rhyme and meter, which are hallmarks of poetry.
Tags
fantasy · adventure · mythology · Scottish folklore · sea · legend · mystery · supernatural · heroism · nature · conflict · exploration