British Ballad, Fair Margaret and Sweet William
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British Ballad, Fair Margaret and Sweet William
FAIR MARGARET AND SWEET WILLIAM. British ballad telling the story of Sweet William who tells Fair Margaret that he is marrying another. He is haunted by her ghost whilst he sleeps and later rides off to find Margarets corpse and dies himself soon after. A rose grew from her grave, and a briar from his, until they grew together
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Fair Margaret and Sweet William
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is a poignant and timeless British ballad that tells the tragic tale of two young lovers, Margaret and Sweet William. The story begins with Sweet William informing Margaret that he is to marry another woman, leaving her heartbroken. Consoling herself in grief, Margaret dies of a broken heart. Haunted by the memory of his beloved, Sweet William is unable to find peace. Every night, he is visited by Margaret's ghost, who appears to him in his dreams. Unable to bear the torment, Sweet William sets out on a journey to find Margaret's grave. Upon arriving at her resting place, he is struck by the sight of a beautiful rose growing from her grave. Moved by this display of nature's resilience, Sweet William is filled with regret for his past actions. As he leans over the rose, a briar grows from his own grave, reaching out towards the rose. The two plants continue to grow, entwining and eventually merging together, symbolizing the eternal bond between the two lovers. This haunting ballad, passed down through generations, serves as a reminder of the power of love and the enduring connection between two souls. The image captures the essence of this poignant tale, with the rose and briar representing the intertwined lives of Fair Margaret and Sweet William. The historical significance of this ballad, rooted in British folklore, adds to its allure and timeless appeal. This evocative print, featuring the haunting image of the rose and briar, is a testament to the enduring power of love and the beauty of nature. It is a reminder that even in the face of heartache and loss, love can still bloom and endure. This image is a beautiful and poignant representation of the "Fair Margaret and Sweet William" ballad, and is a must-have for anyone with an interest in British folklore, history, or the power of love. It is a timeless and haunting reminder of the eternal bond between two souls.
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