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100 1 _aLang, Andrew,
_d1844-1912
245 1 0 _aBallads and Lyrics of Old France, with Other Poems
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1997-01-01
508 _aTranscribed from the 1872 Longmans, Green, and Co. edition by David Price
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBallads, French
653 _aFrench poetry -- Translations into English
653 _aFolk songs, French
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/795
999 _c42914
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