Irish Folksongs (1897) - Alfred Perceval Graves - Bog

Irish Folksongs is a collection of traditional Irish songs compiled and edited by Alfred Perceval Graves and published in 1897. The book contains over 100 songs, including ballads, love songs, drinking songs, and laments. Many of the songs are accompanied by musical notation and lyrics in both English and Irish Gaelic. Graves, a poet and scholar of Irish literature, provides historical and cultural context for each song, as well as notes on their origins and variations. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish music and culture, as well as for musicians and singers looking to perform traditional Irish songs. It is a testament to the enduring popularity of Irish folk music and its importance in preserving the cultural heritage of Ireland.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.