Songs of the West
Enriched edition.By S. Baring-Gould
Length7h 37m
About this audiobook
S. Baring-Gould's 'Songs of the West' is a pioneering collection of traditional English folk songs, showcasing the beauty and authenticity of West Country ballads. The book serves as a vital documentation of the oral tradition of the region, featuring lyrics and musical notations that capture the essence of rural life and folklore. Baring-Gould's literary style is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a deep appreciation for the cultural heritage embedded in each song. The songs are presented in their original form, providing readers with a glimpse into the rich tapestry of English folk music. S. Baring-Gould, a respected Victorian scholar and folklorist, was inspired to compile 'Songs of the West' by his upbringing in Devon, where he developed a deep affinity for the region's musical traditions. His extensive research and passion for preserving folk culture led him to create this remarkable collection, which remains a cornerstone of English folk music scholarship. For readers interested in the history of English folk music and the cultural heritage of the West Country, Baring-Gould's 'Songs of the West' is a must-read. This classic work offers a comprehensive insight into the beauty and significance of traditional English ballads, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of folk music and cultural history.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (64)
Includes Goodreads
GenreOther
Length7 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Grey Fairytales
26No 21 THE SAUCY SAILOR
2Introduction
27No 22 BLUE MUSLIN
3Historical Context
28No 23 THE DEATH OF PARKER
4Synopsis (Selection)
29No 24 THE HAL-AN-TOW or HELSTON FURRY DANCE
5INTRODUCTION
30No 25 BLOW AWAY YE MORNING BREEZES
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6No 1 BY CHANCE IT WAS
31No 26 THE HEARTY GOOD FELLOW
7No 2 THE HUNTING OF ARSCOTT OF TETCOTT
32No 27 THE BONNY BUNCH OF ROSES
8No 3 UPON A SUNDAY MORNING
33No 28 THE LAST OF THE SINGERS
9No 4 THE TREES THEY ARE SO HIGH
34No 29 THE TYTHE PIG
10No 5 PARSON HOGG
35No 30 OLD WICHET
11No 6 “COLD BLOWS THE WIND, SWEET-HEART”
36No 31 JAN’S COURTSHIP
12No 7 THE SPRIG OF THYME
37No 32 THE DROWNED LOVER
13No 8 ROVING JACK
38No 33 CHILDE THE HUNTER
14No 9 BRIXHAM TOWN
39No 34 THE COTTAGE THATCHED WITH STRAW
15No 10 GREEN BROOM
40No 35 CICELY SWEET
16No 11 AS JOHNNY WALKED OUT
41No 36 A SWEET PRETTY MAIDEN SAT UNDER A TREE
17No 12 THE MILLER AND HIS SONS
42No 37 THE WHITE COCKADE
18No 13 ORMOND THE BRAVE
43No 38 THE SAILOR’S FAREWELL
19No 14 SIR JOHN BARLEYCORN
44No 39 A MAIDEN SAT A WEEPING
20No 15 SWEET NIGHTINGALE
45No 40 THE BLUE KERCHIEF
21No 16 WIDDECOMBE FAIR
46No 41 COME TO MY WINDOW
22No 17 YE MAIDENS PRETTY
47No 42 TOMMY A’ LYNN
23No 18 THE SILLY OLD MAN
48No 43 THE GREEN BUSHES
24No 19 THE MONTHS OF THE YEAR
49No 44 THE BROKEN TOKEN
25No 20 THE CHIMNEY SWEEP
50No 45 THE MOLE-CATCHER.
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