This collection is a rare and valuable resource for anyone interested in the traditional music of England. James Henry Dixon and Robert Bell have compiled a wide range of songs and ballads, transcribing them from private manuscripts and oral recitations. The result is a volume rich in history and culture, preserving the sounds and stories of the English peasantry for future generations to enjoy.

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