The English And Scottish Popular Ballads Volume 1 Part 2

First published in the late 19th century, Francis James Child's collection of English and Scottish ballads remains the most comprehensive and influential in the field. This volume includes over 150 ballads, ranging in subject from epic heroes to tragic maidens, and offers a fascinating window into the oral traditions of the British Isles. This edition also features notes and commentary by esteemed scholar George Lyman Kittredge, making it an invaluable resource for students and enthusiasts of folklore and literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural history of English and Scottish popular ballads with this comprehensive and authoritative collection, compiled and edited by two renowned Harvard scholars. Covering nearly every aspect of the popular ballad tradition, from ancient folklore to modern adaptations, this volume is an essential reference for anyone interested in folk music, literature, or cultural history. With meticulous scholarship and insightful commentary, this book is a treasure trove of historical and literary gems. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This classic 19th-century survey offers absolute fidelity to original texts as well as invaluable commentary by Francis James Child. Volume 1 includes Parts I and II of the original set — ballads 1-53.

This definitive 19th-century collection compiles all the extant ballads with all known variants and features Child's commentary for each work. Volume IV includes Parts VII and VIII of the original set — ballads 189-265.

This volume of popular ballads is a comprehensive collection of traditional English and Scottish songs. Compiled by the renowned folklorist Francis James Child, the book includes ballads on a wide range of subjects, from love and adventure to murder and magic. With its rich language and evocative imagery, this book is a treasure trove for lovers of traditional music and folklore. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.