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This document summarizes several notable works of Welsh literature including The Mabinogion, The Four Ancient Books of Wales, The Gododdin Poems, British Goblins, The Welsh Fairy Book, and The Barddas of Iolo Morganweg. The Gododdin Poems is a 7th century collection about the Gododdin people. British Goblins records Welsh fairy legends as folklore in 1881. The Welsh Fairy Book contains 83 fairy tales from Wales. The Barddas of Iolo Morganweg is a collection of writings on ancient Welsh Bardic and Druidic beliefs from the 19th century.
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The document provides a summary of the plot of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. It discusses how Oliver is an orphan taken in by the criminal Fagin and drawn into a life of crime. Over the course of the novel, Oliver's parentage is resolved, and he inherits wealth from his father, while the criminals like Fagin and Bill Sikes are punished. The document also discusses some of the major themes in the novel like the contrast between the poor and rich, and how good triumphs over evil. It notes that Oliver Twist remains one of Britain's bestselling novels over 150 years later due to its accessibility.
Best Are Leaving
This document provides a summary of a book by Helen Garner called "This House of Grief" about the Robert Farquharson murder case in Australia. The summary is as follows:
1) Robert Farquharson drove his car into a lake with his three sons in the back seat on Father's Day in 2005 shortly after separating from his wife. He escaped the vehicle while his sons drowned.
2) Farquharson was charged with murdering his sons after claiming it was an accident, while the police did not believe his story.
3) Australian author Helen Garner attended the trial of Farquharson and later wrote the book "This House of Grief" providing details of
Origin and history of the montgomerys
A book, entitled: "Origin and History of the Montgomerys comtes de Montgomery, Ponthieu, Alencon and Le Marche, Earls of Arundel, Chichester, Shrewsbury, Montgomery, Pembroke, Lancaster, Mercia, Eglington and Mountalexander Princes de Bellame, Marquis de Montgomery de Lorges. A history of the surname "Montgomery." Written by B. G. de Montgomery. The book is a "family history" or "genealogy" of the surname, "Montgomery." Includes Nordic history, northern European history, Normandy, France, Sweden, German.
Beowulf.pptx
Beowulf is an Old English epic poem composed around 700 AD by an unknown author. It tells the story of Beowulf, a Geatish hero who battles three antagonists: Grendel, Grendel's mother, and a dragon. Though composed in a pagan Germanic tradition, the poem has Christian influences as the poet attributes Christian thoughts and motives to characters. It depicts the heroic code of honor of Scandinavian warriors and their loyalty to their kings. Beowulf defeats Grendel and his mother, becoming famous, and later as king defeats a dragon, but is fatally wounded. The poem blends pagan Germanic and Christian elements, and examines themes of heroism, loyalty, fate, and the
The vikings
The document provides information about the Vikings from Scandinavia who raided and traded throughout Europe between the 8th and 11th centuries. It describes how the Vikings explored many lands, including settling in places like Normandy, Iceland, Greenland, and even reaching North America. They established settlements and ports in countries like Ireland, England, and Poland. The Vikings played an important role in European history and had a significant impact through both their raids and peaceful colonization efforts.
Legends from the British Isles (Ana)
This book contains 4 legends, one each from England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. The English legend is about a girl who befriends a unicorn in the forest. The Scottish story is about a fisherman who raises a baby he finds until the baby saves him from an evil wizard as an adult. The Welsh tale is about a dog that saves a baby from a wolf. The Irish legend is about a king who imprisons anyone who knows his secret. The book teaches the reader about the legends and cultures of the different parts of the British Isles.
Beowulf My Powerpoint
The document provides background information on Beowulf, an Old English epic poem. It discusses the poem's unknown date of composition, its portrayal of Scandinavian tribes like the Geats and Danes, and its blending of pagan and Christian elements. It also provides context on Anglo-Saxon culture, the oral tradition of storytelling at the time, and analyses Beowulf as an epic centered around a heroic protagonist who embodies Anglo-Saxon ideals.
The Legends Of Wales
The document summarizes several Welsh legends and myths. It discusses the legend of the Red Dragon as a symbol of Wales since the Middle Ages. It then describes St. David, the patron saint of Wales, who performed miracles and established a monastery. Another legend describes the faithful hound Gelert who saved a baby from a wolf, only to be killed by the prince in a case of mistaken identity. The document also provides details about the origins of Merlin according to local Welsh legend, how he helped King Arthur but was later trapped in an eternal sleep by the beautiful Vivien. These legends are an important part of Welsh history and culture.
Folklore and Fairytales: Here There Be Dragons!
Folklore refers to traditional beliefs, customs, and stories passed down through oral tradition in a cultural group. Folktales are popular stories passed down orally from generation to generation, including fables, fairy tales, and urban legends. Fairy tales are a subgenre of folklore that include magical or supernatural elements and a predictable structure, though they do not necessarily feature fairies. The Brothers Grimm collected and published many European folktales and fairy tales that had been part of oral tradition. Dragons feature prominently in the myths and folklore of many cultures around the world.
Arthurian, Germanic & Scandinavian Legends and Folklore
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