Scottish Historical And Romantic Ballads Chiefly Ancient V2: With Explanatory Notes And A Glossary

By John Finlay

Book Overview

Scottish Historical and Romantic Ballads Chiefly Ancient Volume 2 is a book written by John Finlay. The book is a collection of Scottish ballads that are both historical and romantic in nature. The ballads in this book are mostly ancient and have been passed down through generations of Scottish people. The book includes explanatory notes and a glossary to help readers understand the context and meaning of the ballads. The explanatory notes provide historical and cultural background information that sheds light on the events and themes of the ballads. The glossary defines and explains the Scottish words and phrases used in the ballads, making it easier for readers to understand the language and dialect of the time.The ballads in this book cover a range of topics, including love, war, betrayal, and heroism. They are written in a lyrical and poetic style that captures the essence of Scottish culture and history. Overall, Scottish Historical and Romantic Ballads Chiefly Ancient Volume 2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, culture, and literature. It provides a glimpse into the lives and traditions of the Scottish people through the medium of ballads, which have been an important part of Scottish oral tradition for centuries.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: 1163599158
• ISBN13: 9781163599150
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"