Publisher's Synopsis
The Ballad of Flodden Field is a poem written by Charles A. Federer in 1884. The poem tells the story of the Battle of Flodden, which took place in 1513 between the English and the Scots. The battle was a significant event in Scottish history, as it resulted in the death of the Scottish king, James IV. The poem is written in a ballad style, with a simple and rhythmic structure that makes it easy to read and follow. It is divided into several sections, each of which tells a different part of the story. The poem begins with an introduction to the battle and the two opposing armies. It then goes on to describe the events leading up to the battle, including the Scottish king's decision to invade England.The poem then describes the battle itself, with vivid descriptions of the fighting and the bravery of the soldiers on both sides. It also includes details about the individual Scottish and English commanders, and their fates during the battle. The Ballad of Flodden Field is a historical poem that provides a glimpse into the events and people of the 16th century. It is a tribute to the soldiers who fought and died in the battle, and a reminder of the importance of remembering our past.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.