National And Historical Ballads, Songs, And Poems (1869)

By Thomas Osborne Davis

Book Overview

National and Historical Ballads, Songs, and Poems is a collection of works by Thomas Osborne Davis, an Irish writer and politician who played a significant role in the Irish nationalist movement of the mid-19th century. The book includes a variety of poems, songs, and ballads that reflect Davis's passion for Irish history and culture, as well as his political beliefs. Many of the works in the collection celebrate Irish heroes and legends, such as Brian Boru and C������ Chulainn, while others address contemporary issues facing Ireland, such as the struggle for independence from British rule. The language used in the book is rich and evocative, drawing on traditional Irish poetry and songwriting techniques to create a powerful sense of national identity and pride. Overall, National and Historical Ballads, Songs, and Poems is a stirring tribute to Ireland's rich cultural heritage and a testament to the enduring spirit of its people.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: 1166982335
• ISBN13: 9781166982331
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"