Stories And Ballads Of The Far Past (1921)

""Stories and Ballads of the Far Past"" is a collection of ancient folk tales and ballads compiled by Nora Kershaw Chadwick and published in 1921. The book includes stories from various cultures and time periods, including Celtic, Norse, and Germanic mythology. The tales are presented in their original form, with Chadwick providing translations and commentary for each one. The stories cover a wide range of themes, from heroic quests and battles to love and tragedy. The ballads, which are lyrical poems that tell a story, are also included in the collection. Chadwick's work provides a fascinating glimpse into the oral traditions of the past and the rich cultural heritage of Europe.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.