English and Scottish Ballads, Volume II

English and Scottish Ballads, Volume II is a collection of traditional ballads and folk songs compiled in the late 19th century. This volume continues to explore the rich oral narrative tradition from England and Scotland, featuring tales of love, betrayal, and tragedy. Notable ballads include 'Glasgerion,' which tells of a noble harper's love, and 'Glenkindie,' highlighting a harper's tragic fate. The work reflects the cultural and historical context of its origins and showcases the lyrical storytelling style characteristic of these ballads.