Early Ballads Illustrative Of History, Traditions, And Customs: Also Ballads And Songs Of This Peasantry Of England (1885)

""Early Ballads Illustrative Of History, Traditions, And Customs: Also Ballads And Songs Of This Peasantry Of England"" is a book written by Robert Bell and published in 1885. The book is a collection of ballads and songs that offer insights into the history, traditions, and customs of England. The author has compiled these ballads from various sources, including manuscripts, printed books, and oral traditions. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on ballads that provide a historical perspective on England. These ballads cover topics such as battles, political events, and social issues. The second part of the book includes ballads and songs that offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the English peasantry. These ballads cover topics such as love, work, and religion. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in English history and folk culture, and it provides a unique perspective on the lives of ordinary people in England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.