Folk Songs

Folk Songs is a collection of traditional English folk songs compiled and edited by John Williamson Palmer, first published in 1861. The book includes lyrics and sheet music for over 200 songs, many of which were passed down through generations of rural communities and were previously unpublished. The songs cover a wide range of themes, including love, work, and social commentary, and were often sung in local dialects. Palmer's collection aimed to preserve these songs for future generations and provide a record of the rich cultural heritage of rural England. The book became a popular resource for folk musicians and enthusiasts, and its influence can still be seen in the revival of English folk music in the 20th century.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.