Ancient Poems, Ballads, and Songs of the Peasantry of England by Bell and Dixon
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"Ancient Poems, Ballads, and Songs of the Peasantry of England" by Bell and Dixon is a collection of traditional poetry, ballads, and songs that preserve the oral culture of England's rural populace, likely compiled in the mid-19th century. This anthology aims to capture the unique voice and perspectives of the English peasantry through various forms of folk literature, reflecting their customs, beliefs, and everyday experiences. The opening of this collection features an
introduction that discusses the challenges of gathering these authentic pieces of folk art, emphasizing their historical significance as they capture the sentiments and lifestyle of rural life untouched by the changing tides of modernity. It highlights how these works, often passed down through oral tradition, chronicle the realities of peasant life while resisting the influence of contemporary poetic styles. As the compilation begins, poems such as “The Plain-Dealing Man” and “The Vanities of Life” set the stage for exploring themes like moral integrity, the fleeting nature of life and ambitions, and the rich tapestry of human experiences as perceived by rural communities. This collection serves as a vital historical record, bringing forth the voices of those who have often been overlooked in the broader narrative of English literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Bell, Robert, 1800-1867 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Dixon, James Henry, 1803-1876 |
| LoC No. | 15022311 |
| Title | Ancient Poems, Ballads, and Songs of the Peasantry of England |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1857 John W. Parker and Son edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Songs, English -- England -- Texts |
| Subject | Ballads, English -- England -- Texts |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 649 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-00649-9 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 1996 |
| Last Update | Oct 5, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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