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Old English Ballads, 1553-1625, Chiefly From Manuscripts

Old English Ballads, 1553-1625, Chiefly From Manuscripts

Hyder Edward Rollins

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2020
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ISBN:
9789354171093
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Step into the living heart of 16th and early 17th century England, where voices echo through time in song and story. 'Old English Ballads, 1553-1625, Chiefly From Manuscripts' by Hyder Edward Rollins gathers a rare and vivid collection of manuscript ballads, capturing the spirit and struggles of an age. These early English poems, drawn from hidden archives, illuminate the passions, humour, and heartbreak woven into the daily lives of Elizabethan and Jacobean people. Each ballad reveals a world of historical themes, from love and loss to rebellion and folklore, offering readers a direct link to the traditional British songs that shaped our cultural memory.This anthology stands alongside the great works of Thomas Percy and Francis James Child, yet its focus on manuscript sources uncovers lesser-known gems and authentic voices. For literature students, historical poetry enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to English folklore stories, this volume is both a resource and a revelation. The ballads are more than relics; they are living witnesses to the dreams and fears of a nation, resonating with those who seek to understand the roots of English identity.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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