A Bundle of Ballads by Henry Morley
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"A Bundle of Ballads" by Henry Morley is a collection of traditional ballads edited in the late 19th century. This anthology brings together a variety of English and Scottish ballads that reflect the rich oral storytelling traditions and folklore of the time, showcasing themes of love, heroism, and tragedy. The opening of the collection introduces the reader to the historical context and significance of these ballads, tracing their origins back to Anglo-Saxon
times when storytellers, known as scop, would recite such tales. The introduction provides insight into specific ballads like "Chevy Chase," where noblemen engage in a tragic deer hunt that escalates into battle, and “The Nut-Brown Maid,” highlighting themes of loyalty and love. It sets the stage for the subsequent ballads, which explore various narratives intertwined with social commentary and historical events, immersing the reader in lyrical tales crafted from a blend of history and folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Morley, Henry, 1822-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Bundle of Ballads |
| Credits | Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Songs, English -- England -- Texts |
| Subject | Ballads, English -- England -- Texts |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2831 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-02831-6 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2001 |
| Last Update | Jan 12, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 369 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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