Songs of the West by S. Baring-Gould, F. W. Bussell, and H. Fleetwood Sheppard
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About this eBook
| Author | Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine), 1834-1924 |
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| Author | Bussell, F. W. (Frederick William), 1862-1944 |
| Author | Sheppard, H. Fleetwood (Henry Fleetwood), 1824-1901 |
| Editor | Sharp, Cecil J. (Cecil James), 1859-1924 |
| LoC No. | a14002464 |
| Title |
Songs of the West Folk Songs of Devon & Cornwall Collected from the Mouths of the People |
| Alternate Title |
Songs of the West Folk Songs of Devon and Cornwall Collected from the Mouths of the People |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Songs of the West" by S. Baring-Gould, F. W. Bussell, and H. Fleetwood Sheppard is a collection of folk songs from Devon and Cornwall, compiled during the late 19th century. This work draws from the oral traditions of the region, capturing the melodies and lyrics that reflect the cultural heritage of the rural populace. The collection not only serves as a testament to the musical history but also highlights the significance of the songs in the daily lives of the locals. The opening of "Songs of the West" introduces the preface and introduction, setting the stage for the folk songs that follow. The authors discuss their motivations for collecting these songs, emphasizing the urgency to preserve traditional folk music that was fading as community gatherings diminished. They recount various anecdotes about the singers they encountered during their travels, reflecting on the rich cultural landscape of Devon and Cornwall. The narratives illustrate the connection between folk songs and the daily life of the people, from the harvest celebrations to the intimate gatherings in local taverns. Through these stories and the anticipation of the songs to come, readers gain insight into the importance of folk music in maintaining the identity and traditions of the English countryside. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | M: Music |
| Subject | Ballads, English |
| Subject | Folk songs, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56625 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 270 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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