Specimens Of Old Christmas Carols (1841)

By Thomas Wright and Percy Society

Book Overview

Specimens Of Old Christmas Carols is a book written by Thomas Wright and published in 1841. The book is a collection of Christmas carols that were popular in England during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The book includes a total of 42 carols, each with its own unique melody and lyrics. Many of the carols are traditional English carols, while others have origins in other European countries such as France and Germany. In addition to the carols themselves, the book also includes historical background information on each carol, including its origins and the context in which it was traditionally sung. The book also provides insights into the cultural and religious significance of Christmas in medieval and Renaissance England. Overall, Specimens Of Old Christmas Carols is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and traditions of Christmas in the English-speaking world. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and musical heritage of this important holiday, and is sure to be of interest to scholars, musicians, and general readers alike.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: 1167040295
• ISBN13: 9781167040290
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"