British Ballad, The Demon Lover
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British Ballad, The Demon Lover
THE DEMON LOVER (also known as James Harris, James Herries, or The House Carpenter) Popular British Ballad telling the story of a man (the Devil), who returns to a former lover after an absence, and finds her with a husband and children. The Devil entices her to leave them all and board a ship, bound not for a bright future as she thinks, but for Hell where he breaks the ship in two and she drowns
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Ballad Bound Carpenter Demon Devil Harris Hell Herries Lover Daemon Faithless
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The Demon Lover," a popular British ballad of unknown origin, tells a chilling tale of betrayal, deceit, and the supernatural. This haunting image depicts the pivotal moment in the story when the Devil, disguised as a house carpenter named James Harris or James Herries, returns to the home of his faithless former lover. The scene is set in a quaint English countryside house, with the Devil standing menacingly in the doorway, his eyes fixed on the unsuspecting woman inside. The woman, now married with children, is initially overjoyed to see her old lover after many years apart. However, the Devil's true intentions are far from honorable. He entices her with promises of a bright future, urging her to leave her husband and board a ship with him. Unbeknownst to her, the ship is not bound for a new life but for the depths of Hell. The ballad's historical significance lies in its ability to capture the collective imagination of the British people, with various versions of the story dating back to the 18th century. The tale serves as a cautionary warning against the dangers of infidelity and the supernatural consequences of making deals with the Devil. The image, from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the eerie atmosphere of the story, with the Devil's sinister presence contrasting starkly against the idyllic setting of the English countryside. The intricate details of the house, the Devil's ominous expression, and the woman's naive delight all contribute to the suspenseful narrative of this classic British ballad.
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