Essays On Song-Writing: With A Collection Of Such English Songs As Are Most Eminent For Poetical Merit

by John Aikin

Book Overview

""Essays on Song-Writing"" is a collection of essays written by John Aikin, a prominent literary figure of the 18th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains a series of essays on the art of songwriting, covering topics such as the history of songwriting, the characteristics of good songwriting, and the relationship between poetry and songwriting. The second part of the book is a collection of English songs that are considered...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432635123
• ISBN13: 9781432635121
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"