Explore a lively treasury of Scottish ballads and romantic songs. A Ballad Book, Vol. 2 collects popular tunes and narrative poems that have circulated in Annandale and other parts of Scotland, offering a vivid window into a traditional world.
This edition presents a wide range of ballads, from bold love tales to cautionary legends. It combines accessible verse with scholarly notes that provide context for the songs and their origins. Readers will encounter lively refrains, frontier humor, and enduring motifs that echo through regional history and folklore.
- A rich playlist of songs that reflect everyday life, love, danger, and fate in rural Scotland
- Informative notes and commentary that illuminate the ballads’ settings and references
- A mix of well-known favorites and lesser-known pieces, suitable for dipping into or reading straight through
- Clear, approachable language that suits modern readers while preserving traditional flavor
Ideal for fans of Scottish verse, folk music, and historical ballads, or anyone seeking a panoramic glimpse of rustic storytelling.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating collection of traditional Scottish ballads and songs, painstakingly collected and preserved by Charles Kirkpatrick Sharpe in the 19th century and now presented in a delightful companion volume for the modern reader. The author's meticulous work in gathering these songs from across Scotland offers a unique insight into the country's rich cultural heritage. From the lively 'Hey, the Haggis o Dunbar' to the poignant 'Fair Margaret of Craignargat', the author's extensive knowledge of Scottish folklore shines through. He provides detailed historical and literary context that illuminates the songs' significance, enhancing their charm for contemporary readers. Exploring themes of love, loss, and the Scottish spirit, these collected works illuminate the enduring cultural legacy of this musical tradition and offer valuable insights into Scotland's past. 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 9781332103362_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-9781332103362
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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-9781332103362
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26058648/2
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