This volume of popular ballads is a comprehensive collection of traditional English and Scottish songs. Compiled by the renowned folklorist Francis James Child, the book includes ballads on a wide range of subjects, from love and adventure to murder and magic. With its rich language and evocative imagery, this book is a treasure trove for lovers of traditional music and folklore.

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