<영어로 읽는 고전 _ R.M. 발렌타인의 젊은 바이킹 _ 레드 에릭>
"The Red Eric"은 스코틀랜드 작가 R. M. Ballantyne이 쓴 소설로 1867년에 출판되었다. 18세기를 배경으로 한 젊은 주인공 Eric Brighteyes의 삶을 따라가는 스릴 넘치는 모험 이야기다. 이 소설은 아이슬란드를 배경으로 한 역사 소설과 로맨스가 혼합된 작품이다.
"The Red Eric"은 바이킹 문화, 아이슬란드의 험난한 풍경, 이야기에 스며드는 모험 정신을 생생하게 묘사하는 것으로 유명하다. 명예, 사랑, 우정, 자유에 대한 열망이라는 주제를 탐구한다.


"The Red Eric" is a novel written by Scottish writer R. M. Ballantyne and published in 1867. Set in the 18th century, it is a thrilling adventure story that follows the life of Eric Brighteyes, a young protagonist. This novel is a mix of historical fiction and romance set in Iceland.
"The Red Eric" is known for its vivid depiction of Viking culture, Iceland's rugged landscape, and the spirit of adventure that permeates the story. It explores themes of honor, love, friendship, and the desire for freedom.

요약
이 이야기는 아이슬란드에 사는 용감하고 모험적인 바이킹 전사 Eric Brighteyes를 중심으로 전개된다. Eric은 눈에 띄는 빨간 머리로 유명하여 "The Red Eric"이라는 별명을 얻는다. 그는 Gudruda the Fair라는 아름다운 소녀와 깊은 사랑에 빠졌지만 그들의 사랑은 라이벌 구혼자와 어려운 상황을 포함하여 여러 장애물에 직면하게 된다.

줄거리는 노르웨이의 하랄드 왕이 아이슬란드를 정복하기로 결정하면서 극적인 전환을 맞이하여 일련의 전투와 위험한 만남으로 이어진다. 용기와 전투력을 갖춘 에릭은 침략군에 맞서 고국을 지키는 중심 인물이 되고, 소설 전반에 걸쳐 에릭의 충성심, 사랑, 용기는 그가 위험한 상황과 예상치 못한 반전을 헤쳐나가면서 시험받는다.

Summary
The story revolves around Eric Brighteyes, a brave and adventurous Viking warrior living in Iceland. Eric is known for his striking red hair, earning him the nickname "The Red Eric". He falls deeply in love with a beautiful girl named Gudruda the Fair, but their love faces several obstacles, including rival suitors and difficult circumstances.

The plot takes a dramatic turn when King Harald of Norway decides to conquer Iceland, leading to a series of battles and dangerous encounters. Erik's courage and fighting prowess makes him a central figure in defending his homeland against invading forces, and throughout the novel Eric's loyalty, love and courage are tested as he navigates perilous situations and unexpected twists.

Contents

Chapter I. The Tale Begins with the Engaging of a “Tail”?
Chapter II. Important Personages are Introduced to the Reader?
Chapter III. The Tea-Party?Accidents and Incidents of a Minor Kind?
Chapter IV. The Escape.
Chapter V. Day Dreams and Adventures among the Clouds?
Chapter VI. Disagreeable Changes?Sagacious Conversations, and a Terrible Accident.
Chapter VII. The Rescue?Preparations for a Storm.
Chapter VIII. The Storm, and its Results.
Chapter IX. Rambles on Shore, and Strange Things and Ceremonies Witnessed There.
Chapter X. An Inland Journey?Sleeping in the Woods?
Chapter XI. Native Doings, and a Cruel Murder?
Chapter XII. Jim Scroggles Rescued, and Glynn and Ailie Lost?
Chapter XIII. Philosophical Remarks on “Life”?
Chapter XIV. Rencontre with Slave-Traders?On Board again?
Chapter XV. New Scenes?A Fight Prevented by a Whale?
Chapter XVI. The Sandbank?The Wrecked Crew make the best of Bad Circumstances.
Chapter XVII. Life on the Sandbank?Ailie takes Possession of Fairyland?
Chapter XVIII. Matters Grow Worse and Worse?The Mutiny?
Chapter XIX. The Storm.
Chapter XX. Preparations for a Long Voyage?
Chapter XXI. The Boat Finished?Farewell to Fairyland?Once more at Sea.
Chapter XXII. Reduced Allowance of Food?Jacko Teaches Briant a Useful Lesson.
Chapter XXIII. Progress of the Long Voyage?Story-Telling and Journalising.
Chapter XXIV. The Calm and the Storm?A Serious Loss and Great Gain?
Chapter XXV. Home, Sweet Home?
Chapter XXVI. Captain Dunning Astonishes the Stranger?
Chapter XXVII. The Law-Suit?The Battle, and the Victory.
Chapter XVIII. The Conclusion.