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Periods of great excitement are unfavourable to the de velopment of letters, or the progress of civilization. History teems with illustrations of this truth. After the impetus given to English literature by Chaucer, its progress wasfcompletely checked by the civil contentions which succeeded. The Wars of the Roses threw English poetry back for two hundred years. We almost lose sight of it from the fourteenth to the sixteenth century, when Surrey and Wyatt make their appear ance upon the silent stage. The troubled reigns of Henry, Edward the Sixth, and Mary, were also singularly barren of poetry. The vigorous policy of Elizabeth having quelled storms of those troublous times, national victory inspired the popular voice. Jeffrey, speaking of literature in the reign of James the First, says, it would probably have advanced still further, in the succeeding reign, had not the great nationhl dissensions which then arose, turned the energy and talent of the people into other channels — first to the assertion of their civil rights, and afterwards to the discussion of their religious interests. The graces of literature, he adds, suffered of course in these contentions, and a shade of deeper austerity was thrown over the intellectual chronicler of the nation. If the absence of civil rights or religious freedom, or the struggle for their assertion, be a barrier to intellectual pro gress, Ireland may well be poor in literature to-day. Indeed the wonder is, how she has even a literature at all, when we consider the proscription of her intellect. Her history is one ong series of warfare and disaster; and from the Battle of the Boyne to this hour, her energies have been absorbed either in struggles for religious liberty or in contests for political power. Even the dramatic literature of England has never re covered from the hostility of the Puritans. In 1642, it was enacted, that all stage-plays should be discountenanced. Theatricals were constituted a public offence, punishable by'
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1331533333
- ISBN 13 9781331533337
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages410
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the rich history and significance of Irish ballad literature, tracing its origins from ancient times to a period of intense persecution. It argues that while the world may not be familiar with Ireland's ancient tongue, a vibrant and deeply rooted bardic tradition flourished for centuries. The author examines how Ireland's minstrels, the "Children of the Lyre," played a crucial role in preserving national identity and resisting oppression, even in the face of persecution by English conquerors. The book delves into the evolution of Irish balladry, highlighting its connection to Ireland's political and religious struggles. It discusses the influence of the bards' poetic creations on the hearts and minds of the Irish people, their role in perpetuating national memory and inspiring resistance against foreign rule. Through the lens of these ballads, the book reveals the complex and often tragic tapestry of Irish history, showcasing the enduring power of song and storytelling in the face of hardship. This book offers a compelling account of the power of balladry to shape a nation's identity and history, providing a unique and intimate perspective on Irish culture and its resilience. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331533337_0
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