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The Book of Ballads, edited by Bon Gaultier [pseud.]
Rediscovering Traditional Ballad Poetry: An Anthology of Humor, Parody, and HomageBy William Edmondstoune Aytoun, Theodore Sir Martin
Length4h 2m
About this audiobook
The Book of Ballads, edited by the imaginative Bon Gaultier, weaves a rich tapestry of lyrical narratives that traverse the cultural landscape of the 19th century. This anthology presents an array of ballads, each offering a glimpse into the societal ethos of the time while showcasing an engaging blend of romantic, historical, and satirical elements. Through varied literary styles, the collection highlights the dynamic nature of balladry, with standout pieces capturing themes of love, heroism, and humor, inviting readers into a world where folklore and wit intertwine. This carefully curated anthology brings together the creative energies of William Edmondstoune Aytoun and Theodore Sir Martin. Both authors, under the guise of Bon Gaultier, contribute robustly to literary and cultural movements of their era, such as Romanticism and the burgeoning humorous literature scene. Their work reflects a commitment to exploring human narratives through both a historical lens and a satirical eye, thereby offering a multifaceted understanding of their contemporary society. These collaborations enrich the reader's engagement with the themes presented, faithfully echoing the diversities and complexities of the period's literary climate. The Book of Ballads serves as a quintessential guide for those eager to explore the multifarious voices of 19th-century balladry. Within a single volume, readers are invited to embark on a journey that celebrates the richness and variety of ballads, fueling an appreciation for their historical and cultural significance. The anthology not only educates but also fosters a dialogue between the varied perspectives it encompasses, making it an invaluable addition to the library of any aficionado of classic literature.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length4 hrs 2 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
38The Laureate.
2LIST OF EDITIONS of the BON GAULTIER BALLADS.
39A Midnight Meditation.
3L’ENVOY.
40Montgomery.
4SPANISH BALLADS
41Little John and the Red Friar.
5The Broken Pitcher.
42FYTTE THE FIRST.
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6Don Fernando Gomersalez. From the Spanish of Astley’s.
43FYTTE THE SECOND.
7The Courtship of our Cid.
44The Rhyme of Sir Launcelot Bogle.
8AMERICAN BALLADS
45ILLUSTRATIONS OF THE PUFF POETICAL
9The Fight with the Snapping Turtle; or, The American St George.
46The Death of Ishmael.
10FYTTE FIRST.
47Parr’s Life Pills.
11FYTTE SECOND.
48Tarquin and the Augur.
12The Lay of Mr Colt.
49La Mort d’Arthur,
13STREAK THE FIRST.: STREAK THE SECOND.
50Jupiter and the Indian Ale.
14The Death of Jabez Dollar.
51The Lay of the Doudney Brothers.
15The Alabama Duel.
52Paris and Helen.
16The American’s Apostrophe to Boz.
53A Warning.
17MISCELLANEOUS BALLADS
54To Persons About to Marry.
18The Student of Jena.
55Want Places.
19The Lay of the Levite.
56MISCELLANEOUS POEMS
20Bursch Groggenburg.
57The Lay of the Lover’s Friend.
21Night and Morning.
58Francesca Da Rimini.
22The Biter Bit.
59The Cadi’s Daughter.
23The Convict and the Australian Lady.
60The Dirge of the Drinker.
24The Doleful Lay of the Honourable I. O. Uwins.
61The Death of Duval.
25The Knyghte and the Taylzeour’s Daughter.
62Eastern Serenade.
26The Midnight Visit.
63Dame Fredegonde.
27The Lay of The Lovelorn.
64Song of the Ennuyé.
28My Wife’s Cousin.
65The Death of Space.
29The Queen in France.
66Caroline.
30PART I.
67To a Forget-Me-Not,
31PART II.
68The Meeting.
32The Massacre of the Macpherson.
69The Mishap.
33The Laureates’ Tourney.
70Comfort in Affliction.
34FYTTE THE FIRST.
71The Invocation.
35FYTTE THE SECOND.
72The Husband’s Petition.
36The Royal Banquet.
73Sonnet to Britain.
37The Bard of Erin’s Lament.
74NOTES.
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