The Book Of Old English Ballads is a collection of traditional folk songs and ballads from the medieval period of English history. Compiled by George Wharton Edwards, this book features over thirty classic ballads that have been passed down through generations of English culture. The ballads cover a range of themes, from love and romance to battle and adventure, and are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring the stories to life. Each ballad is presented in its original form, with the original language and ...
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The Book Of Old English Ballads is a collection of traditional folk songs and ballads from the medieval period of English history. Compiled by George Wharton Edwards, this book features over thirty classic ballads that have been passed down through generations of English culture. The ballads cover a range of themes, from love and romance to battle and adventure, and are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring the stories to life. Each ballad is presented in its original form, with the original language and spelling preserved to capture the authentic feel of the medieval era. The book also includes a brief introduction to the history of ballads and their significance in English literature. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of medieval England, and a valuable addition to any library of classic literature.So thus did both these nobles dye, Whose courage none could staine; An English archer then perceiv'd The noble erle was slaine.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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