The Danes of Yore
The Danes of Yore is a work by Thomas James Wise that explores the history of the Danish people from the earliest times to the present day. It covers the Viking Age, the Middle Ages, the Reformation, the Age of Enlightenment, and the modern era. The book examines the culture, religion, politics, and economy of the Danish people, as well as their interactions with other European nations. It also looks at the impact of Danish culture on the world, from literature and art to science and technology. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Denmark and its people.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biographical Fiction, Adventure · 431 words
First lines
Well we know from saga And from scaldic lore, That heroic warriors Were the Danes of yore. That the noble schildings, And the men they led, Oft for Danish honour Stoutly fought and bled.
What a time for Athelings, What a time for thanes! What a time for yeomen, True devoted Danes! But I'll say with pleasure That, in ancient days, Death did not annihilate All that noble race.
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- Work type: Historical account
- Author: Thomas James Wise
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Biographical Fiction, Adventure, Romance
- Length: 431 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The title of the book suggests that it is set in the past and deals with the history of the Danes, making it a historical fiction novel.
- Biographical Fiction — The book is likely to be based on the lives of the Danes of yore, making it a biographical fiction novel.
- Adventure — The book may contain elements of adventure as it is likely to explore the lives of the Danes of yore and their experiences.
- Romance — The book may contain elements of romance as it is likely to explore the lives of the Danes of yore and their relationships.
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Ballads · English poetry · athelings · bled · danes · danish · devoted · fought · glory · gold · golden · grey