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Francis Oscar Mann

 
9781331731153: The Works of Thomas Deloney (Classic Reprint): Edited From the Earliest Extant Editions Broadsides

Synopsis

Explore the life and lively writings of Elizabethan ballad-writer Thomas Deloney, drawn from the earliest broadside editions.


This edition presentsDeloney’s works in the form that appeared on popular broadsides, accompanied by scholarly context. It traces his rise from a silk‑weaver to a prolific writer who voiced common concerns in London life and the market for popular poetry. The volume also situates his ballads within the broader world of Elizabethan journalism and public culture, offering insight into how street authors connected with readers of the time.



  • Biographical notes that illuminate Deloney’s background, craft, and era.

  • Representative ballads and prose pieces that show his voice and themes, including his role in shaping popular poetry.

  • Notes and commentary that link the works to their historical and social context.

  • A lens on the connection between literature, street culture, and public opinion in late 16th‑century England.


Ideal for readers of Elizabethan literature and social history, as well as anyone curious about early ballad publishing and the art of popular storytelling.

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