A Ballad Book
Charles Kirkpatrick Sharpe
Published by W. Blackwood and Sons, 1880
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Hardcover
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1880. Reprinted. 183 pages. No dust jacket. This is an ex-Library book. Blue cloth covered boards. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Tape reinforcement at gutters. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Seller Inventory # 1725964233BDB
Bibliographic Details
Title: A Ballad Book
Publisher: W. Blackwood and Sons
Publication Date: 1880
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book publishes rare and mostly collected ballads from Scotland gathered by the author from both oral and written sources. These haunting, charming and sometimes moving songs of love, longing and loss were gathered from nurses, dairy maids, and tenants' daughters and provide an invaluable insight into the lives of ordinary people over the centuries. There are also several previously unpublished pieces, taken from manuscript collections providing the reader with an even more in-depth look at Scotland's rich musical history. The author has taken great care in providing an accurate and accessible version of these songs while retaining their authentic charm, and this book will appeal to anyone interested in Scottish history, literature, or music. 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 # 9781334356360_0
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Paperback. Condition: 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. Seller Inventory # 9781332103362_0
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A Ballad Book; or, Popular and Romantic Ballads and Songs Current In Annandale and Other parts of Scotland
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Biblioteca Curiosa, Edinburgh, 1883
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