The Bagford Ballads

This is a collection of ballads and songs from the late 17th and early 18th centuries, providing a fascinating glimpse into the popular culture of the time. With themes ranging from politics and religion to love and satire, these ballads shed light on the social and cultural life of England during the reign of the Stuart kings. John Bagford's collection includes rare and hard-to-find examples of this popular form of entertainment.
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