The Song of Deirdra, King Byrge and his Brothers, and Other Ballads

George Borrow (1803–1881) was an English author and linguist renowned for his travel books and for his mastery of multiple languages. With a literary career that spanned the mid-19th century, Borrow's works were characterized by the colorful portrayal of the Roma people and an intense curiosity about roadside encounters and obscure European languages. Notably, his ballads such as 'The Song of Deir...