Monthly Archives: July 2005

Valkyries

Posted on 13 July 2005 by Aine MacDermot

Valkyries : In Norse mythology the Valkyries, 7 to 12 in number, are maidens serving Odin, the chief god. They ride into battle on horseback, with sword and helmet, and choose those who are to die a heroic death. The … Continue reading →

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Valhalla

Posted on 13 July 2005 by Aine MacDermot

Valhalla : Valhalla is the hall of slain warriors in Norse mythology. Continue reading →

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Tristan and Iseult / Isolde

Posted on 13 July 2005 by Aine MacDermot

Tristan and Iseult is a love story that a harper, or minstrel, tells at Camelot, the court of King Arthur. Continue reading →

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Sonnet

Posted on 13 July 2005 by Aine MacDermot

Sonnet : A sonnet is a 14-line verse form using a definite rhyme scheme and structure and dealing with a single idea or theme. Continue reading →

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Parable

Posted on 12 July 2005 by Aine MacDermot

Parable : Usually simple in form and substance, a parable is a story that is intended to teach a moral or spiritual lesson. Continue reading →

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