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100	1		_aEdwards, George Wharton, _d1859-1950
245	1	4	_aThe Book of Old English Ballads
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-12-01
508			_aProduced by John B. Hare, and David Widger
520			_a"The Book of Old English Ballads" by George Wharton Edwards is a collection of traditional ballads likely compiled during the late 19th century. This anthology captures the essence of old English folk poetry, showcasing various themes such as love, tragedy, and adventure while highlighting notable historical and legendary figures. The collection includes famous ballads like "Chevy Chace" and stories surrounding the iconic outlaw Robin Hood, revealing the rich narrative tapestry of English culture. The opening of the anthology sets the stage with an introduction reflecting on the nature of popular ballads, emphasizing their objective storytelling and cultural significance. It highlights the simplicity and directness of the narratives, contrasting them with more modern, subjective poetry. The introduction underscores the ballads’ community origins, expressing that they resonate with the shared experiences of the people. Following this context, the first ballad presented is "Chevy Chace," describing a fierce deer-hunting contest that escalates into a tragic battle between English and Scottish nobles, showcasing themes of valor and loss that are prevalent throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBallads, English -- England -- Texts
700	1		_aMabie, Hamilton Wright, _d1846-1916
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9405
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