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The vigil of Brunhild

The vigil of Brunhild

A Narrative Poem
PoetryBiographyHistory
Published
1907
Language
English

Synopsis

This poetic work delves into the life and legacy of Brunhild, the formidable Queen of Austrasia. It explores her historical significance and personal struggles through verse, offering a contemplative look at a powerful figure from the 6th century. The collection invites readers to reflect on themes of power, loyalty, and the passage of time.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

ReflectiveMelancholicComplexThought-Provoking

Genres

Biography History Poetry

About the author

F
Frederic Manning

Manning was born in 1882 in Sydney, Australia, and whose father was a one-time mayor. Educated privately, he was thereafter sent to England to complete his studies. In the immediate pre-war years Manning established a reputation as a minor poet and critic among a small circle of intimates. With the outbreak of war in August 1914 Manning enlisted as a Private with the 7th Battalion King's Shropshire Light Infantry, serving in the trenches in France among some of the more bloody battles of the war...