Echo (mythology) spurned suffer. As in the classical myth, Narcissus comes across a pool following a hunt. Though Echo prayed to Deus, and the tale notes that he answered her prayer, it is Amor who waits for Narcissus by the water. Amor causes Narcissus his fall for his own reflection, leading quickly to his death. The tale makes clear that this is not merely justice for Echo, but also punishment for Narcissus’ slight against love itself. The tale concludes with an exhortation to all women warning them that, should they scorn their lovers, God will repay the offence. Guillaume’s rendition builds on
A Pleasant New Song Betwixt a Sailor and his Love A Pleasant New Song Betwixt a Sailor and his Love A Pleasant New Song Betwixt a Sailor and His Love is an English Broadside Ballad from the 17th century. It tells the story of a sailor who is reunited with his lover in England after a long time at sea. They vow that they were constant and true to each other while he was away, and promise to stay together in England from that moment forward. It is sung to the tune of Dulcina. Copies of the ballad can be found in the University of Glasgow Library and Magdelene College.