Ballads In The Cumberland Dialect

By R. Anderson and Robert Anderson

Book Overview

Ballads In The Cumberland Dialect is a collection of traditional folk ballads from the Cumberland region of England, compiled by R. Anderson. The book features over 30 ballads, each written in the unique dialect of the area and accompanied by annotations and explanations to help readers understand the local language and customs. The ballads cover a range of themes, from love and romance to tragedy and death, and offer a fascinating insight into the culture and history of the region. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English folk music and traditional ballads, as well as for those studying the language and culture of Cumberland specifically.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054829903X
• ISBN13: 9780548299036
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"