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100 1 _aDaniel, George,
_d1789-1864
245 1 0 _aMerrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 2
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
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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500 _aRelease date is 2014-07-19
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
520 _a"Merrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 2" by George Daniel is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the vibrant social and cultural life of England, particularly during the Renaissance period, emphasizing the merriment, traditions, and characters of the time. Through humorous and detailed portrayals, it sheds light on the customs and peculiarities of different social classes, making it an intriguing glimpse into England's past. At the start of this volume, the narrative is set in a lively tavern scene where Mr. Bosky, a jovial figure, engages with various characters, including a ballad-singer. The dialogue touches on themes of camaraderie, the enjoyment of drink, and the preservation of musical traditions. Mr. Bosky ruminates on the significance of folk songs and ballads in reflecting societal norms, while anecdotes highlight the interaction of different social classes during public fairs and gatherings. Additionally, humorous verses about Queen Elizabeth’s chivalry and whimsical observations about the theatrical life of the era further enhance the lively tone, setting the stage for a rich exploration of merriment during historical England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEngland -- Social life and customs
700 1 _aCruikshank, Robert,
_d1789-1856
700 1 _aGilks, Thomas
700 1 _aLeech, John,
_d1817-1864
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46332
999 _c87171
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