The Songs of Beranger, in English: With a Sketch of the Authors Life (1844)

By Pierre Jean De Beranger and Pierre-Jean de Béranger

Book Overview

The Songs of Beranger, In English: With a Sketch of the Author's Life is a book written by Pierre Jean De Beranger and first published in 1844. The book is a collection of Beranger's songs translated into English, accompanied by a brief biography of the author. Beranger was a French poet and songwriter who became famous for his satirical and political songs during the early 19th century. His works were often critical of the French monarchy and government, and he was imprisoned several times for his political views. The Songs of Beranger includes some of his most popular works, such as ""The King of Yvetot"" and ""The Girondist."" The book provides English-speaking readers with a glimpse into the world of French political and cultural life during the early 19th century.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: 110433044X
• ISBN13: 9781104330446
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"