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The Lay of Havelok the Dane

Madden, Frederic, 1801-1873 [Editor]; Skeat, Walter W. (Walter William), 1835-1912 [Editor]· 2 chapters· 59,213 words

unaccented syllable in lines of the strict type. However awkward this appears to be in theory, it is very easy in practice, as the reciter readily manages his voice so as to produce the right rhythmical effect; and, indeed, this variation of arrangement is a real improvement,...

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1. Chapter 1

unaccented syllable in lines of the strict type. However awkward this appears to be in theory, it is very easy in practice, as the reciter readily manages his voice so as to pro...

2. Chapter 2

Curtesy. Those edited by Weber are-- vol. i. Kyng Alisaunder; Sir Cleges; Lai-le-freine. --vol. ii. Richard Cœur de Lion; Ipomydon; Amis and Amiloun. --vol. iii. Seuyn Sages; Oc...