Immerse yourself in the rich cultural history of English and Scottish popular ballads with this comprehensive and authoritative collection, compiled and edited by two renowned Harvard scholars. Covering nearly every aspect of the popular ballad tradition, from ancient folklore to modern adaptations, this volume is an essential reference for anyone interested in folk music, literature, or cultural history. With meticulous scholarship and insightful commentary, this book is a treasure trove of historical and literary gems. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.