Step into a richly varied collection of ballads that spans old favorites and contemporary additions, told in direct, engaging language. This edition gathers traditional songs and recent verse to illuminate how ballads tell stories, sing with a chorus, and move from oral charm to written form. It also offers helpful notes, a glossary, and thoughtful illustrations that bring the poems to life.
Readers will find a clear introduction to what ballads are, how they’re built, and how singers and poets use refrain, repetition, and rhythm. The book balances approachable storytelling with scholarly context, making it suitable for both casual readers and students studying folk poetry.
Ideal for readers who enjoy folklore, poetry, and read-aloud storytelling.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating journey into the world of ballads, those powerful songs that have been passed down through generations, shaping cultures and telling stories for centuries. The author delves into the origins of these traditional songs, examining their structure, themes, and evolution. Through detailed analysis of a wide array of ballads, the author unravels the complex tapestry of communal storytelling, where individual voices blend with the collective spirit of a community. The book explores how these ballads, often sung during dances and celebrations, reflected the lives, beliefs, and anxieties of those who created them. The author reveals the vital role of oral tradition in shaping balladry, and explores the ways in which these songs evolved over time, becoming richer in narrative detail and thematic depth. Ultimately, this book offers a unique perspective on the enduring power of ballads to capture the essence of human experience and preserve the memory of our shared history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331548461_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331548461
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331548461
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)