English poem
He gave them also horses, both palfreys and war-steeds
by Mary Pickering Nichols (1829–1915)
He gave them also horses, both palfreys and war-steeds; The horses out of Ireland were tall and of hardy breeds. Red gold was likewise given, and silver without weighing; The king with care had bidden outfit good for his guests, no longer staying.
Soon as the queen was willing, each her leave now takes, Both lovely maids and women; each one herself bedecks With gifts that made her fairer; all new clothes are wearing. The high times now are ended; Sigeband’s land they leave, and are homeward faring.
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