Author: Thomas EvansPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Old Ballads Historical and Narrative, with Some of Modern Date; Collected from Rare Copies and Mss. by Th. Evans. A New Edition, Revised and ... Enlarged ... R. H. Evans
Author: Thomas EvansOld Ballads, Historical and Narrative, with Some of Modern Date
Author: Thomas EvansPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ballads, English
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
The Politics of Songs in Eighteenth-Century Britain, 1723–1795
Author: Kate HorganPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317318013
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Horgan analyses the importance of songs in British eighteenth-century culture with specific reference to their political meaning. Using an interdisciplinary methodology, combining the perspectives of literary studies and cultural history, the utilitarian power of songs emerges across four major case studies.
English and Scottish Ballads (Vol. 1-8)
Author: Various AuthorsPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 1829
Book Description
English and Scottish Ballads (Vol. 1-8) is a comprehensive collection of traditional folk songs and ballads from England and Scotland. These volumes showcase the rich oral tradition of storytelling and lyrical beauty found in the balladry of the British Isles. The ballads cover a wide range of themes including love, betrayal, murder, and the supernatural, providing a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the common people of the past. The language is simple yet powerful, drawing the reader in with its vivid imagery and emotional depth. The collection serves as a valuable resource for those interested in traditional folk music and literature, as well as for scholars studying the cultural history of England and Scotland. Various Authors have meticulously compiled and preserved these ballads, ensuring that they continue to be appreciated and enjoyed for generations to come. Their dedication to this task reflects a deep appreciation for the cultural heritage of the British Isles and a commitment to preserving these timeless works of art. English and Scottish Ballads (Vol. 1-8) is a must-read for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty and storytelling tradition of English and Scottish folk music.
Bibliotheca Stanleiana. A ... selection of rare and fine books from the ... library of colonel Stanley. The books will be sold by auction, by R.H. Evans, 30th Apr. and 7 following days
Author: Thomas Stanley (col.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
Bibliotheca Lindesiana ...
Author: James Ludovic Lindsay Earl of CrawfordPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 1572
Book Description
Bibliotheca Stanleiana
Author: Thomas StanleyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Rare books
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Old Ballads, Historical and Narrative
Author: Thomas EvansBibliotheca Anglo-poetica, Or, A Descriptive Catalogue of a Rare and Rich Collection of Early English Poetry
Author: Longman (Firm)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 481
Book Description
Author: Henry Sotheran Ltd