Publisher's Synopsis
The Folk Songs of Southern India is a book written by Charles E. Gover in 1871. The book is a collection of folk songs from the southern regions of India, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. The songs are presented in their original languages, with translations provided in English. The book is divided into three sections: Tamil Songs, Telugu Songs, and Kannada Songs. Each section contains a variety of songs, including love songs, lullabies, and songs about daily life. The songs are accompanied by notes and explanations of their context and meaning. The Folk Songs of Southern India provides a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of southern India through its music. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Indian music and culture.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.