| Author |
Higginson, Thomas Wentworth, 1823-1911 |
| Title |
Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The story of Atlantis -- Taliessin of the radiant brow -- The swan-children of Lir -- Usheen in the Island of Youth -- Bran the Blessed -- The Castle of the Active Door -- Merlin the enchanter -- Sir Lancelot of the Lake -- The Half-Man -- King Arthur at Avalon -- Maelduin's voyage -- The voyage of St. Brandan -- Kirwan's search for Hy-Brasail -- The Isle of Satan's Hand -- Antillia, the Island of the Seven Cities -- Harald the Viking -- The search for Norumbega -- The guardians of the St. Lawrence -- The Island of Demons -- Bimini and the Fountain of Youth.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nathan Harris, Eric Eldred, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic" by Thomas Wentworth Higginson is a collection of mythological tales written during the late 19th century. This narrative explores the enchanting myths and legends surrounding various Atlantic islands, intertwining historical elements with imaginative storytelling. Thematically, it dives into the allure of these islands, evoking a sense of mystery and adventure while highlighting their significance in the imagination of different cultures throughout history. At the start of the narrative, Higginson introduces the magical essence that has long been associated with Atlantic islands. He reflects on the impact of the ocean on human thought and the rich tapestry of legends that have evolved around these remote places, including the famous tale of Atlantis. The opening portion sets the stage for a journey through legendary landscapes, populated by mythical figures and steeped in magic, as it hints at the interconnectedness of humanity's tales and beliefs. Higginson's prose elegantly encapsulates the romance and peril inherent to these fabled islands, inviting readers to explore the enchanting stories that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Mythology -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Legends -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Geographical myths -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7098 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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