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Title: Merrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 2
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Summary: "Merrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 2" by George Daniel is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the vibrant social and cultural life of England, particularly during the Renaissance period, emphasizing the merriment, traditions, and characters of the time. Through humorous and detailed portrayals, it sheds light on the customs and peculiarities of different social classes, making it an intriguing glimpse into England's past. At the start of this volume, the narrative is set in a lively tavern scene where Mr. Bosky, a jovial figure, engages with various characters, including a ballad-singer. The dialogue touches on themes of camaraderie, the enjoyment of drink, and the preservation of musical traditions. Mr. Bosky ruminates on the significance of folk songs and ballads in reflecting societal norms, while anecdotes highlight the interaction of different social classes during public fairs and gatherings. Additionally, humorous verses about Queen Elizabeth’s chivalry and whimsical observations about the theatrical life of the era further enhance the lively tone, setting the stage for a rich exploration of merriment during historical England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Daniel, George, 1789-1864
Illustrator: Cruikshank, Robert, 1789-1856
Illustrator: Gilks, Thomas
Illustrator: Leech, John, 1817-1864
EBook No.: 46332
Published: Jul 19, 2014
Downloads: 420
Language: English
Subject: England -- Social life and customs
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Merrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 2
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
Summary: "Merrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 2" by George Daniel is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work explores the vibrant social and cultural life of England, particularly during the Renaissance period, emphasizing the merriment, traditions, and characters of the time. Through humorous and detailed portrayals, it sheds light on the customs and peculiarities of different social classes, making it an intriguing glimpse into England's past. At the start of this volume, the narrative is set in a lively tavern scene where Mr. Bosky, a jovial figure, engages with various characters, including a ballad-singer. The dialogue touches on themes of camaraderie, the enjoyment of drink, and the preservation of musical traditions. Mr. Bosky ruminates on the significance of folk songs and ballads in reflecting societal norms, while anecdotes highlight the interaction of different social classes during public fairs and gatherings. Additionally, humorous verses about Queen Elizabeth’s chivalry and whimsical observations about the theatrical life of the era further enhance the lively tone, setting the stage for a rich exploration of merriment during historical England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Daniel, George, 1789-1864
Illustrator: Cruikshank, Robert, 1789-1856
Illustrator: Gilks, Thomas
Illustrator: Leech, John, 1817-1864
EBook No.: 46332
Published: Jul 19, 2014
Downloads: 420
Language: English
Subject: England -- Social life and customs
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.