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Legends, Ballads, And Songs Of The Lee (1862)

Legends, Ballads, And Songs Of The Lee (1862)

John Fitzgerald

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104243869
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Legends, Ballads, And Songs Of The Lee is a collection of traditional Irish folklore, stories, and songs that were gathered and compiled by John Fitzgerald in 1862. The book is focused on the Lee River, which flows through the counties of Cork and Kerry in Ireland. The legends and ballads in the book are steeped in Irish mythology and history, and they provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region.The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the folklore surrounding the Lee River. The first section contains stories of the ancient kings and heroes of Ireland, such as Finn McCool and Brian Boru. The second section is dedicated to the ballads and songs of the region, which range from love songs to political ballads. The third section of the book explores the local legends and superstitions of the area, such as stories of fairies and ghosts.Throughout the book, Fitzgerald provides detailed notes and commentary on the stories and songs, offering insights into their historical and cultural significance. The book is written in a lyrical and poetic style, which captures the beauty and mystery of the Irish landscape and its folklore.Overall, Legends, Ballads, And Songs Of The Lee is a fascinating and insightful collection of Irish folklore that provides a unique glimpse into the cultural heritage of the Lee River region. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish mythology, history, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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