Legends, Ballads, Etc. (1854)

Legends, Ballads, Etc. is a collection of traditional stories and songs compiled by James Abbott and published in 1854. The book includes a variety of tales and ballads from different cultures and time periods, such as the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, the ballad of Robin Hood, and the story of Beowulf. Abbott also includes lesser-known stories and songs, such as the Scottish ballad ''The Twa Corbies'' and the Welsh legend ''The Lady of Llyn y Fan Fach.'' The book provides a glimpse into the rich history and folklore of various cultures, making it a valuable resource for those interested in traditional storytelling and music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.