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English and Scottish Popular Ballads: Vol.2, edited by Francis James Child, gathers another substantial group of traditional ballads drawn from manuscripts, early printed sources and oral tradition. Child’s meticulous notes trace each ballad’s variants, historical context and narrative evolution, revealing how these songs travelled and transformed across regions and generations. The volume features tales of romance, betrayal, supernatural encounters and heroic exploits, illustrating the depth and diversity of Britain’s ballad heritage. It’s a tidy, authoritative instalment that continues the scholarly rigour and cultural richness of Child’s landmark series.