Publisher's Synopsis
Songs of Russia: Rendered into English Verse is a book of poetry translated by Alice Stone Blackwell and published in 1905. The book features a collection of Russian folk songs, translated into English verse. Blackwell's translations capture the essence of these traditional songs, which are often melancholic and reflective of the struggles of the Russian people. The book includes a preface by Blackwell, in which she discusses the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of Russia through its music and poetry. The translations are accompanied by sheet music, allowing readers to experience the songs in their original form. Overall, Songs of Russia is a beautiful and poignant collection of poetry that offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Russia.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.
