Songs, Legends And Ballads By John Boyle O'Reilly (1880)

By John Boyle O'Reilly

Book Overview

""Songs, Legends And Ballads"" is a collection of poems and songs written by John Boyle O'Reilly, an Irish-American journalist, poet, and activist. The book was first published in 1880 and contains a variety of works that showcase O'Reilly's literary talents and his deep connection to Irish culture and history.The poems in this collection cover a wide range of themes, from love and nature to politics and social justice. Many of the works are inspired by O'Reilly's own experiences as an Irish immigrant living in America, and they often explore the struggles and triumphs of the Irish people in both countries.One of the most notable features of ""Songs, Legends And Ballads"" is its use of traditional Irish forms and styles, such as ballads and laments. O'Reilly was deeply influenced by the rich oral tradition of his homeland, and he sought to preserve and celebrate these forms in his own writing.Overall, ""Songs, Legends And Ballads"" is a powerful testament to O'Reilly's skill as a poet and his commitment to preserving and promoting Irish culture. It remains a beloved work of Irish-American literature to this day.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: 1164924109
• ISBN13: 9781164924104
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"