Publisher's Synopsis
Border Ballads: With An Introductory Essay (1895) is a book written by Andrew Lang, a Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic. The book is a collection of traditional ballads that tell the stories of the Scottish-English border region. The ballads are grouped into different categories such as historical, romantic, and supernatural, and each ballad is accompanied by an introduction that provides contextual information and analysis. The introductory essay by Lang provides a historical overview of the Scottish-English border region, its culture, and the significance of the ballads. Lang also discusses the origins of the ballads, their themes, and their role in preserving the history and traditions of the region. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish folklore, history, and literature. The ballads provide a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived in the Scottish-English border region, their struggles, their triumphs, and their beliefs. Lang's analysis and commentary offer insights into the cultural and historical significance of the ballads, and their enduring appeal. Overall, Border Ballads: With An Introductory Essay (1895) is a fascinating and engaging book that showcases the rich tradition of Scottish ballads and their importance in preserving the cultural heritage of the Scottish-English border region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
