Publisher's Synopsis
Italian Folk Tales and Folk Songs is a collection of traditional stories and songs from Italy, compiled and translated by Frederick A. G. Cowper. The book features a wide range of tales, from humorous and lighthearted stories to more serious and cautionary tales. The stories are organized by region, allowing readers to explore the unique folklore of different parts of Italy. The book also includes a selection of traditional Italian songs, with lyrics in both Italian and English. Cowper's translations are faithful to the original texts, preserving the rhythms and cadences of the Italian language. Overall, Italian Folk Tales and Folk Songs is a rich and diverse collection that offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural heritage of Italy.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.
