Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound
'Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound' Summary
One day, Llywelyn returned from a hunt to find his infant son dead in his crib, and his faithful hound covered in blood. In a fit of rage, Llywelyn slew his hound, only to discover that his son had been killed by a wolf, and that Beth Gêlert had been defending the child. Llywelyn was overcome with remorse and grief, and he buried Beth Gêlert with great honor. The story of Beth Gêlert is a reminder of the power of love and loyalty, and the importance of not judging too hastily.Book Details
Download eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
Thirty Years Since; or, The Ruined Family by George Payne Rainsford James
Thirty Years Since is a complex and engaging tale of mystery, intrigue, and betrayal. The story centers on two young men, Captain Delaware and the mys...
Electra (Storr Translation) by Sophocles
Sophocles' Electra is a classic Greek tragedy that explores themes of revenge, family, and justice. The play centers on Electra, the daughter of Agame...
Child Whispers by Enid Blyton
Published in 1922, *Child Whispers* is Enid Blyton's debut work, a collection of 28 poems that showcase her early writing style. These poems, mainly w...
Sight by Archibald Lampman
It explores the themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience. The book was first published in 1895 and has since become a timeless classic...
Poems of Sentiment by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
This volume of poetry explores the intricacies of human sentiment, encompassing themes of love, loss, faith, hope, and the enduring beauty of nature....
Saga of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald by Anonymous
This Icelandic saga, set in the 9th century, tells the tragic tale of Gunnlaugr Ormstunga and Hrafn Önundarson, two poets and rivals for the hand of t...
Who Loves the Rain by Frances Shaw
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Who Loves the Rain by Frances Shaw. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 2nd, 20...
On Seeing The Daibutsu - At Kamakura, Japan by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem reflects the author's experience of visiting the Kamakura Buddha statue in Japan and the profound impact it had on her. The poem is a beauti...
Indian Corn Planter by E. Pauline Johnson
E. Pauline Johnson's "The Indian Corn Planter" is a poem exploring the cultural significance of corn in Indigenous traditions. Through lyrical languag...
Poems & Songs by Richard Middleton
This collection of poetry by Richard Middleton showcases the diverse range of his artistic sensibility. His poems explore themes of love, loss, natur...
Reviews for Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound
No reviews posted or approved, yet...