02289cam a22003253u 4500 795 UtSlPG 20260610133036.0 m cr n 260607r1997||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 Ballads and Lyrics of Old France, with Other Poems Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1997 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1997-01-01 Transcribed from the 1872 Longmans, Green, and Co. edition by David Price "Ballads and Lyrics of Old France, with Other Poems" by Andrew Lang is a collection of poetic translations and original works that showcases a range of French poetry through the ages. Likely written in the late 19th century, the book draws upon works from notable poets such as François Villon and Pierre Ronsard, delving into themes of love, nature, and mortality. It serves not only as a translation of the renowned ballads and lyrics but also as a celebration of the lyrical tradition of French literature. The collection reflects on the beauty and transience of life, often using nature as a backdrop for the complex emotions associated with love and loss. Through vivid imagery and classic motifs, Lang presents pieces like Villon's poignant "Ballad of the Gibbet" and Ronsard's melancholic musings on the fleeting nature of youth, alongside original pieces inspired by these themes. Each poem, whether a translation or an original creation, invites readers to experience the rich tapestry of human emotion and the philosophical musings that characterize both the old and new worlds of poetry. Overall, Lang's compilation is a rewarding journey for anyone interested in the timeless themes explored by poets of old France. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ballads, French French poetry -- Translations into English Folk songs, French https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/795 42914 42914