Adhelm And Ethelfled: A Metrical Story (1818)

By J.J. Ripley

Book Overview

Adhelm And Ethelfled: A Metrical Story is a book written by J. J. Ripley and published in 1818. The book is a narrative poem that tells the tale of Adhelm and Ethelfled, two Anglo-Saxon warriors who fall in love and fight to defend their kingdom against invading enemies. The story is set in the early medieval period, during a time of political turmoil and conflict in England.The book follows the adventures of Adhelm and Ethelfled as they navigate the challenges of war, love, and loyalty. The narrative is written in a metrical style, with rhyming verses and a rhythmic flow that adds to the dramatic tension of the story. The book is an example of the romanticism movement in literature, which emphasized emotion, imagination, and individualism.In addition to its literary value, Adhelm And Ethelfled: A Metrical Story provides a window into the culture and history of early medieval England. The book includes references to historical figures and events, as well as descriptions of the customs and beliefs of the Anglo-Saxon people. Overall, Adhelm And Ethelfled: A Metrical Story is a compelling and engaging work of literature that offers both entertainment and insight into the past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120139260
• ISBN13: 9781120139269
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"