Can you recommend some modern ballads that tell a story?

Sure. 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner' by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a great one. It tells the story of a mariner who kills an albatross and then suffers various supernatural consequences during his long and arduous sea journey.

Another good one is 'John Henry'. It's a story about a man, John Henry, who has a contest with a steam - powered drill. He tries to prove that a man can work as hard as a machine, but unfortunately, he dies in the end from overexertion.

Sure. 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner' by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a great one. It tells the tale of a mariner's ill - fated voyage and the supernatural events that occur. Another is 'The Ballad of Reading Gaol' by Oscar Wilde, which is based on his own experiences in prison and tells a tragic story of a prisoner's execution.

One characteristic is that they often have a clear narrative arc. For example, they start by introducing a situation or a character, like in 'Love Story' where Taylor Swift starts with setting the scene of a young girl meeting a boy. Another is that they use vivid lyrics to paint a picture. In 'Fast Car', Tracy Chapman uses words that make you feel like you're in the car with her, trying to escape. They also tend to have an emotional core. In 'Someone Like You', Adele's pain is palpable throughout the song, which is common in story - telling ballads.

One characteristic is simplicity. They often use simple language so that they can be easily passed down orally. For example, many traditional ballads use common words that ordinary people can understand.

They usually have characters. Take 'The Ballad of Reading Gaol'. There are the prisoners, the guards, and the narrator (Wilde himself). These characters drive the story forward. Also, they might use repetition for emphasis. In many traditional ballads, certain lines or phrases are repeated to make the story more memorable.

It's not based on a true story. It's a fictional work created by the author's imagination.

There's 'Don't Call Us Dead' by Danez Smith. This book has poems that tell stories of black lives, including stories of violence, love, and hope in the face of systemic oppression. It's a powerful collection. 'The Sun and Her Flowers' by Rupi Kaur is also a modern poetry book with story - like poems. It's about growth, love, and the cycle of life. These modern poetry books that tell a story are important as they reflect the current social, cultural, and personal landscapes, giving voices to different experiences and struggles.

😋I recommend the following modern books to you: "Reborn Official Daughter-in-law": The female protagonist is the second generation of an official. She is reborn back to 18 years old and changes her fate with her memories. She rises step by step and finally becomes the wife of a top official. "Noble Daughter Like Jade": The female protagonist is the daughter of a wealthy family. She has special abilities and a loyal dog. She defeats the heroes in the family struggle and finally becomes the protagonist of the family. <<The Reborn County Magistrate>>: The female protagonist was a teacher. She was accidentally reborn as a county secretary. Using her foresight, she successfully became a county magistrate and achieved great things. "Rise of Rebirth: The Female Lead is a frustrated white-collar worker who accidentally returns to high school. With her knowledge and wit, she continues to rise in the community and eventually becomes a leader. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗

One notable feature could be its unique art style. The illustrations in a graphic novel often play a crucial role in setting the mood, and in 'Murder Ballads' they might be dark and moody to match the theme of murder ballads. Another feature could be the way it tells the stories. It might use the graphic format to show the sequence of events in a more visual and engaging way compared to just reading a written ballad.