G Malcolm Laws (24 results)

Condition: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. HARDCOVER Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Standard-sized.

Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. xii, 180 pp.; 23 cm (octavo). Sharp copy with no ownership markings. DJ tanned along spine with scuffing and edge-tears. Well packaged in a box, ships with tracking.

Hard Bound Volume. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Very Good Condition. Clean, tight and Neat. Five star seller - Buy with confidence.

Hard Cover. Condition: Good+. 276pp. Blue cloth hardback, light rubbing and wear along edges, EX-LIB, minimal markings, library name blindstamped on dedication page, paper has turned light brown, index, appendices, NATIVE AMERICAN BALLADRY : A Descriptive Study and a Bibliographical Syllabus.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Binding is solid. Pages unmarked but a little tanned. Tiny gift inscription. Cover has minor wear. Ex-owner's name nicely done in gold in front cover, by hand.

unknown_binding. Condition: Good. lacking dj. shows minor wear, tanning, underlining, annotation.

Blue Cloth. Condition: Good. First Edition. 276 pages, clean ex-library copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. No dust jacket issued. Later printing of revised 1964 edition. Octavo (standard size). Slight wear to edges and corners of boards. 298 p. w/ footnotes, bibliography, index of ballads and songs. Despite the title, this is a work noting home grown American ballads, not those of native peoples. About half of the work is scholarly study, the other half a syllabus listing ballds on war, cowboys and pioneers, lumberjacks, sailors and the sea, criminals and outlaws, murder, tragedies and disasters, "negros", and misc topics.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Revised Edition, 1964. Updated version of book originally published in 1950. Book is ex-library with customary stamps and paste-downs, but no other markings and very little evidence of use. Front hinge is loosened but binding is intact and square; corners are sharp. Red cloth-covered boards are bright and unfaded. Light foxing to top edge of text block. …

Soft cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. History. Covers rubbed and soiled, spine tanned, corners bumped. Owner name on the first endpaper, underlining through the text. Uncommon title.

hardcover. Condition: Good.

Textbook Binding. Condition: Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. A clean unmarked copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. 8vo; 298 pp; Revised Edition. Book has previous owner's name on first 3 endpapers, covers slightly bowed.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine with no dust jacket. Inscribed by author on front free end page. This is Publications of The American Folklore Society Bibliographical Series Volume 1. 276 pages bottom of spine a bit bumped. ; 6 3/8 x 9 1/ 8"; Signed by Author.

Buckram. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Dark blue buckram, lettered in gilt. xii,276 pp. Mild surface rubbing to covers, spine panel a bit sunned. Firm binding, clean interior. Inscribed by author to folklorist Samuel P. Bayard, dated 30 Mar. 1951. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Inscribed by Author(s). Book. …

Condition: Good. No Jacket. Revised Edition. TRACING THE NATION THROUGH ITS SONGS. More than a bibliography, Native American Balladry provides a systematic framework for understanding the ballads created within the American experience. G. Malcolm Laws, Jr., one of the twentieth century's leading folklorists, separates indigenous American ballads from the broader Anglo-American tradition, organizing a vast body of collected songs into a coherent reference that remains fundamental to the study of American folk music. Prepared for the American Folklore Society, this revised edition became a standard guide for researchers seeking to identify, classify, and compare native American ballads across regional and occupational traditions. FROM THE FRONTIER TO THE FACTORY. Laws organizes the material into major thematic groups including war ballads, cowboy and pioneer songs, lumberjack and shantyman ballads, sailors' songs, outlaw narratives, murder ballads, disasters, and songs reflecting African American experience. Each entry serves as a guide to published sources, allowing scholars to trace variants and follow the transmission of songs throughout the United States. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Publisher's cloth binding. Octavo; 9.25 inches tall; xiv, 298 pages. Includes a comprehensive index of sources and bibliographical references throughout. CONDITION: The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean with light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. Neatly highlighted on approximately the first fifty pages; the balance of the text is free of markings. A sound reference copy. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: DEFINING AN AMERICAN TRADITION-BEYOND THE BRITISH BALLAD Laws sought to distinguish the ballads that originated in North America from those inherited from British tradition. His classification system helped establish native American ballads as a distinct field of scholarly inquiry and provided a vocabulary that continues to influence folklore research. A FOUNDATION FOR FOLKLORE STUDY. For decades, Native American Balladry has served as one of the principal reference works for folklorists, ethnomusicologists, literary scholars, and historians. Its descriptive bibliography enables researchers to locate texts efficiently while comparing versions collected from different regions and traditions. THE AMERICAN FOLKLORE SOCIETY. Published under the auspices of the American Folklore Society, the work reflects the organization's long-standing commitment to documenting and preserving the oral traditions of North America. Together with Laws's earlier studies, it remains a cornerstone of American ballad scholarship. SUBJECTS: G. Malcolm Laws Jr.; American Folklore Society; American Ballads; Folk Songs; Cowboy Songs; Maritime Music; Lumberjack Songs; Murder Ballads; African American Folk Music; Oral Tradition, American Folklore; Folk Music; Bibliography; Ethnomusicology; Reference. BIBLIOGRAPHIC REFERENCES: Belden, The Ballad Book, p. 129.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 298 pages in very good condition. Pages are clean and unmarked. Page edges are lightly foxed. Red cloth with gilt titles on the spine. Lightly scuffed. VG/- -. Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good-. Volume VIII of the Bibliogaphical and Special Series of the American Folklore Society. Binding is solid. Pages unmarked but slightly tanned. Front and back cover are plain, with information on the spine. Cover is slightly soiled and worn at edges; spine is a little sun-darkened.; 315 pages.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Revised edition. Octavo. 298pp. Red cloth gilt. About fine. Inscribed by the author.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1886. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 75, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 75 75.…