Publisher's Synopsis
Ballad and Epic: A Study in the Development of the Narrative Art is a book written by Walter Morris Hart and originally published in 1907. The book explores the evolution of narrative poetry, specifically ballads and epics, from their origins in oral tradition to their written forms in literature. Hart examines the similarities and differences between ballads and epics, and how they reflect the cultural and historical contexts in which they were created. He also analyzes the techniques and structures used in these narrative forms, such as repetition, alliteration, and the use of archetypes.Throughout the book, Hart provides examples of ballads and epics from various cultures and time periods, including Anglo-Saxon, Norse, Greek, and Roman. He also discusses the influence of these narrative forms on later literary works, such as Shakespeare's plays and the poetry of the Romantic era.Overall, Ballad and Epic is a comprehensive study of the narrative art form, providing insight into its development and significance in literature.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.
