The New Penguin Book of English Folk Songs

Name: The New Penguin Book of English Folk Songs
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141194622
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By Julia Bishop and Steve Roud

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The New Penguin Book of English Folk Songs by Julia Bishop and Steve Roud presents a captivating collection of traditional English folk songs. This anthology delves into the rich history and culture of folk music, offering lyrics and melodies alongside fascinating commentary on the origins, themes, and significance of these enduring tunes. It's a celebration of the folk tradition, ideal for enthusiasts and cultural historians alike.
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This collection may appeal to you if you have a passion for traditional music and cultural heritage. It offers a deep dive into the storytelling and history of English folk songs, curated by experts in the field. Whether you're a musician, historian, or just love the beauty of folk tales, this book provides a rich tapestry of English folklore and musical tradition.

The New Penguin Book of English Folk Songs

Offers a collection of folk music - one of the great English popular art forms. This book brings together all the classic folk songs and many lesser-known discoveries, complete with music and annotations on their original sources and meaning.

Published in cooperation with the English Folk Dance and Song Society, this volume presents the songs with music, and annotations on their original sources and meaning.

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Published in cooperation with the English Folk Dance and Song Society, this volume presents the songs with music, and annotations on their original sources and meaning.

The definitive collection of folk music—one of the great English popular art forms.

One of the great English popular art forms, the folk song can be painful, satirical, erotic, dramatic, rueful or funny. This magical new collection brings together all the classic folk songs as well as many lesser-known discoveries, complete with music and annotations on their original sources and meaning.

Published in cooperation with the English Folk Dance and Song Society, it is a worthy successor to Ralph Vaughan Williams and A. L. Lloyd's original Penguin Book of English Folk Songs.

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The New Penguin Book of English Folk Songs is hailed for its refreshing and beautiful presentation, offering a compelling immersion into the enchanting and occasionally unsettling world of English folk music. It is praised as a triumphant and indispensable addition to the folk canon, appreciated for its objective and scholarly approach. With its broad appeal, the work is regarded as both a reference source and a delightful collection for enthusiasts and casual readers alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141194622

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 February 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 432g

Pages: 608

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About the Author

Steve Roud is the Founder of the Roud Folk Song Index and the author of a number of major works on English folkways and customs, including The English Year. Julia Bishop has a PhD in folksong and is Chief Editor of the forthcoming edition of the James Madison Carpenter Folksong Collection.