Essays In The Study Of Folk-Songs

By Evelyn Martinengo-Cesaresco and Martinengo-Cesaresco

Book Overview

""Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs"" is a collection of essays written by Countess Evelyn Martinengo-Cesaresco. The book delves into the history and significance of folk songs, exploring their origins and evolution over time. The author draws from her own experiences studying and collecting folk songs from various regions of Europe, providing detailed analyses of the melodies, lyrics, and cultural contexts of each song. The essays also examine the role of folk songs in society, including their use in political movements and as a form of social commentary. Throughout the book, Martinengo-Cesaresco emphasizes the importance of preserving and studying folk songs as a means of understanding and appreciating the rich cultural heritage of different regions and peoples. Overall, ""Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs"" is a fascinating exploration of the history, cultural significance, and enduring appeal of this timeless form of music.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: 1428626395
• ISBN13: 9781428626393
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"