Ballads Done Into English From The French Of Francois Villon (1916) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165328369)

Ballads Done Into English From The French Of Francois Villon is a book published in 1916 that features a collection of ballads translated from the French of Francois Villon. Villon was a French poet who lived in the 15th century and is known for his witty and satirical verses. The book includes a preface by the translator, John Payne, who explains the historical and literary context of Villon's work. The ballads themselves cover a range of themes, including love, death, and social commentary. They are written in a simple and direct style that makes them accessible to modern readers. Overall, Ballads Done Into English From The French Of Francois Villon is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of French poetry and the work of one of its most important figures.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.

Author: Francois Villon
ISBN-10: 1165328364
ISBN-13: 9781165328369
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 54
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d