Reliques of ancient english poetry: consisting of old heroic ballads, songs, and other pieces of our earlier poets
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9781108077255
Date de publication :
29 janv. 2015
Dimensions :
21,6 x 14,0 x 2,4 cm
Poids :
400 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This three-volume collection of historical ballads, compiled by Thomas Percy (1729–1811), achieved great popularity upon its publication in 1765. It generated much interest in the genre, undented by Percy's oft-criticised editorial practices. Volume 2 includes a roundel which Percy ascribes to Chaucer, and verses purportedly by King Charles I.