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In this classic poem, Robert Browning adapts the German folktale of the Pied Piper of Hamelin into evocative English verse. The Piper frees the town from a plague of rats, only to exact a haunting revenge when the villagers deny him payment. The piece blends elements of folklore and moral reflection, making it a staple of both English poetry studies and children's literature.
First publish date: October 19, 1981
Genre: Poetry/Narrative Poetry
Authors: Robert Browning
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