Ermeline is a ballad written by Thomas James Wise, a British poet and playwright. The story follows the life of Ermeline, a young woman who is forced to leave her home in the countryside and move to the city. She is taken in by a kindly old woman who teaches her the ways of the city and helps her find a job. Ermeline soon falls in love with a young man, but their relationship is threatened by the machinations of a cruel and powerful man. Ermeline must find a way to save her love and protect her newfound home. Along the way, she learns the power of friendship and the importance of standing up for what is right.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Romantic Ballad, Romance, Poetry