02379cam a22003133u 4500 45241 UtSlPG 20260610134034.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Johnson, R. Brimley (Reginald Brimley), 1867-1932 Popular British Ballads, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 1 (of 4) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-03-28 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by Google Books "Popular British Ballads, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 1 (of 4)" by Johnson and Cooke is a compilation of traditional and modern ballads, likely edited in the late 19th century. This collection serves not only as a window into the rich oral storytelling tradition of British culture, but also provides insight into societal themes and emotional expressions through poetry. The ballads, both narrative and lyrical, often encapsulate popular stories and folklore, making them an essential part of England's literary heritage. The opening of the work begins with a preface by Reginald Brimley Johnson, outlining the significance of ballads as a form of storytelling that originally accompanied dance but evolved into a broader genre of simple, spirited poems that narrate tales of love, tragedy, and social issues. Johnson discusses his criteria for inclusion in the collection, which aims to present both the classic traditionary ballads of England and Scotland along with pieces from more modern poets, providing both historical context and a contemporary perspective on this genre. The preface sets the tone for the subsequent ballads, which explore varied narratives, including themes of love, loss, and moral lessons, inviting readers to delve into the rich tapestry of British folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ballads, English -- England -- Texts Cooke, W. Cubitt (William Cubitt), 1866-1951 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45241 86080 86080