Irish Melodies, Complete: To Which Are Added National Melodies (1822) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165478583)

Irish Melodies, Complete: To Which Are Added National Melodies is a book of poetry and songs written by Irish poet Thomas Moore. Originally published in 1822, this edition includes all of the Irish Melodies that Moore had written up to that point, as well as a selection of National Melodies that he had collected from various sources.The Irish Melodies are a collection of lyrical poems that celebrate the history, culture, and landscape of Ireland. They are written in a traditional form that incorporates music, and many of the poems were set to music by Moore himself. The poems are accompanied by notes that provide historical and cultural context for the lyrics.The National Melodies are a collection of traditional Irish songs that Moore collected from various sources. They include ballads, love songs, and patriotic songs, and they provide a glimpse into the rich musical heritage of Ireland.Overall, Irish Melodies, Complete: To Which Are Added National Melodies is a celebration of Irish culture and history through poetry and music. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish literature, music, or 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.

Author: Thomas Moore
ISBN-10: 1165478587
ISBN-13: 9781165478583
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 194
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.41d