Andrew Lang

A Collection of Ballads (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the lyrical heritage of traditional ballads and folk songs

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'A Collection of Ballads' by Andrew Lang, readers are immersed in a poetic anthology that showcases the rich heritage of traditional ballads. Lang's meticulous curation of these timeless pieces provides a comprehensive insight into the narrative styles, themes, and motifs prevalent in balladry, highlighting their enduring literary significance. The lyrical beauty and rhythmic quality of the ballads captivate readers, while also offering a glimpse into the cultural and historical contexts in which they originated. Lang's commentary and analysis further enhance the reader's understanding and appreciation of each ballad, making this collection a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of folklore and literary traditions. With a keen eye for detail and a profound appreciation for storytelling, Lang's 'A Collection of Ballads' stands as a testament to the enduring power of oral tradition and the art of storytelling. His passion for preserving these narratives shines through in this meticulously compiled anthology, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the essence of traditional folklore and poetic expression.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 240
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664602831
• Artikelnr.: 58756095

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).