<영어로 읽는 고전 _ R.M. 발렌타인의 노르웨이 전사 어링의 모험>
"Erling the Bold"는 R.M. Ballantyne이 쓴 역사 모험 소설로 1869년에 출판되었다. 이 이야기는 바이킹 시대를 배경으로 하며 젊은 노르웨이 전사인 Erling의 모험을 다루고 있다.
Erling의 경험을 통해 Ballantyne은 바이킹의 관습, 전통 및 전사 문화를 포함하여 바이킹의 삶의 방식을 엿볼 수 있는 기회를 독자들에게 제공한다. 소설은 또한 명예, 충성심, 문명의 충돌이라는 주제를 다룬다.

Ballantyne의 다른 작품과 마찬가지로 "Erling the Bold"는 모험, 역사적 세부 사항 및 도덕적 교훈을 결합하여 바이킹 시대 이야기와 역사 소설에 관심이 있는 사람들이 읽을 수 있는 매력적인 책이다.

<Classic reading in English _ Erling the Bold by R. M. Ballantyne>
"Erling the Bold" was written by R.M. A historical adventure novel written by Ballantyne and published in 1869. The story is set in the Viking Age and tells the adventures of Erling, a young Norse warrior.
Through Erling's experience, Ballantyne gives readers a glimpse into the Viking way of life, including their customs, traditions and warrior culture. The novel also deals with themes of honor, loyalty, and the clash of civilizations.

Like Ballantyne's other works, "Erling the Bold" combines adventure, historical detail, and moral lesson, making it an engaging read for those interested in Viking Age stories and historical fiction.

요약
Erling이 고향인 노르웨이에서 영국 제도로 여행하는 과정을 중심으로 하며, 그곳에서 그는 다양한 파벌과의 전투와 갈등에 휘말리게 된다. Erling은 용감하고 숙련된 전사로 묘사되며 이야기는 전투, 항해, 다른 문화와의 만남을 포함한 그의 공적을 보여주는데…

Summary
It centers on Erling's journey from his native Norway to the British Isles, where he becomes embroiled in battles and conflicts with various factions. Erling is portrayed as a brave and skilled warrior, and the story chronicles his exploits, including battles, voyages, and encounters with other cultures...

CONTENTS

Chapter I. In Which the Tale Begins Somewhat Furiously.
Chapter II. Introduces, among others, the Hero and Heroine, and opens up a View of Norse Life in the Olden Time.
Chapter III. Shows how Chief Friends may become Foes, And Cross-Purposes may Produce Cross Consequences, involving Worry and Confusion.
Chapter IV. Describes Warlike Preparations, and a Norse Hall in the Olden Time?Tells also of a Surprise.
Chapter V. The Viking Raid?Alric’s Adventure with the Dane?Erling’s Cutter, and the Battle in the Pass.
Chapter VI. Evening in the Hall?The Scald tells of Gundalf’s Wooing?The Feast Interrupted and the War Clouds Thicken.
Chapter VII. The Tale Returns to the Springs?Describes a Great Land Fight, and Tells of a Peculiar Style of Extending Mercy to the Vanquished.
Chapter VIII. Tells of Discussions and Exciting Deeds at Ulfstede.
Chapter IX. Shows how the Ancient Sea-Kings transacted National Business.
Chapter X. Proves that the Best of Friends may quarrel about nothing, and that War has two Aspects.
Chapter XI. Describes our Hero’s Interview with Jarl Rongvold and King Harald Haarfager.
Chapter XII. Describes a Terrific and Unequal Combat.
Chapter XIII. Shows that Eloquence does not always flow when it is expected, and that Glumm begins a New Course of Action.
Chapter XIV. In which Alric boasts a little, discovers Secrets, confesses a little, and distinguishes himself greatly.
Chapter XV. Treats of Ancient Diplomacy among the Norsemen, and shows how our Hero turns the Tables on a would-be Assassin.
Chapter XVI. Relates to such Elementary Matters as the A B C, and touches on Love-making in the Olden Time.
Chapter XVII. In which Glumm takes to hunting on the Mountains for Consolation, and finds it unexpectedly, while Alric proves himself a Hero.
Chapter XVIII. Shows what some of the Men of Old could do in Cold Blood, and treats of Heathen Festivities at Harald’s Court, mingled with Plot and Counter Plot.
Chapter XIX. Tells something of the Doings of Solve Klofe and Others, and treats of a few of the Marvellous Adventures of Guttorm Stoutheart.
Chapter XX. In which the Sky again becomes Overcast?The War-token is sent out?Alric gets a Surprise, and a Berserk catches a Tartar.
Chapter XXI. Glumm gains a Great Private Victory?The Dalesmen assemble to fight for Freedom?The Foe appears, and the Signal of Battle is sounded.
Chapter XXII. Describes a Great Sea Fight and its Consequences.
Chapter XXIII. The End of an Old Sea-King.
Chapter XXIV. Hopes and Fears?The Burning of Haldorstede, and Escape of the Family.
Chapter XXV. In which is Described a Desperate Attempt at Rescue, a Bold Leap for Freedom, and a Triumphant Escape.