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Modern Street Ballads

John Ashton

Modern Street Ballads

Modern Street Ballads

John Ashton

Poetry

Modern Street Ballads, authored by John Ashton in the late 19th century, is a collection of poems and songs that reflect the social and cultural life of England during that period. The ballads address themes such as love, humor, social issues, and historical events, offering insight into the everyday experiences of the time. This work highlights the evolution of street literature and its decline in popularity as society shifted towards more commercial forms of entertainment.

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