Simile And Metaphor In The English And Scottish Ballads (1892)

By George Clinton Densmore Odell

Book Overview

""Simile And Metaphor In The English And Scottish Ballads"" is a book written by George Clinton Densmore Odell and published in 1892. The book examines the use of similes and metaphors in traditional English and Scottish ballads, which are narrative poems that were passed down orally through generations. Odell analyzes the language and imagery used in these ballads, highlighting the ways in which similes and metaphors are used to convey meaning and emotion. He also explores the historical and cultural context in which these ballads were created and performed, providing insights into the social and political issues of the time. Overall, ""Simile And Metaphor In The English And Scottish Ballads"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English and Scottish literature, as well as the use of figurative language in storytelling.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: 1163886033
• ISBN13: 9781163886038
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"