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, an Italian-born British writer and folklorist. The book explores the history and evolution of folk songs, providing a detailed analysis of their origins, themes, and cultural significance. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including the role of folk songs in society, the influence of oral tradition on their development, and the ways in which they reflect the values and beliefs of different cultures. Martinengo-Cesaresco draws on her extensive knowledge of European folklore and literature to provide a rich and insightful exploration of this fascinating subject. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the study of folk songs and the cultural heritage of different societies.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: 1162959711
• ISBN13: 9781162959719
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"