Old English Ballads: A Selection From Percy, Ritson, And Other Sources (1848)

""Old English Ballads: A Selection From Percy, Ritson, And Other Sources"" is a book compiled by Thomas Percy and published in 1848. The book features a collection of traditional English ballads, including popular songs from the 16th and 17th centuries. The ballads are sourced from various literary works, such as Percy's own ""Reliques of Ancient English Poetry"" and Joseph Ritson's ""Ancient Songs and Ballads from the Reign of King Henry the Second to the Revolution."" The book provides readers with a glimpse into the cultural and historical significance of these ballads, which were often sung or recited at social gatherings and events. The ballads cover a range of themes, including love, betrayal, war, and supernatural occurrences. With its rich collection of traditional English ballads, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and culture.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.