Ballads And Poems: Illustrating English History

By Frank Sidgwick

Book Overview

Ballads and Poems: Illustrating English History is a collection of literary works compiled by Frank Sidgwick. The book features a range of ballads and poems that span English history from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Each work is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical context and analysis of the piece. The ballads and poems cover a variety of topics, including the reigns of monarchs such as Henry VIII and Elizabeth I, the English Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution. The collection includes works from well-known poets such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, as well as lesser-known writers. The book provides a unique perspective on English history through the lens of literature and offers readers a glimpse into the cultural and social attitudes of the time periods represented. Overall, Ballads and Poems: Illustrating English History is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of literature and history.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: 1163232971
• ISBN13: 9781163232972
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"