The Political Songs of England from the Reign of John to that of Edward II - Paperback

The Political Songs of England from the Reign of John to that of Edward II is a book written by Thomas Wright. The book is a collection of political songs that were popular in England during the reigns of King John and King Edward II. The songs were written in the form of ballads, carols, and other popular musical styles of the time, and they cover a wide range of political topics, including war, taxes, and social justice.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the reign of King John, who ruled from 1199 to 1216. During this time, England was embroiled in a number of conflicts, including the First Barons' War and the Magna Carta crisis. The songs in this section reflect the political turmoil of the time, and they provide a fascinating insight into the thoughts and opinions of ordinary people.The second part of the book covers the reign of King Edward II, who ruled from 1307 to 1327. This was a period of great political instability, marked by conflicts with Scotland and France, as well as internal struggles between the king and his barons. The songs in this section reflect the complex political landscape of the time, and they offer a unique perspective on the events that shaped England's history.Overall, The Political Songs of England from the Reign of John to that of Edward II is an important historical document that sheds light on the political and social issues of medieval England. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England, as well as for scholars of music and literature.1839. This book contains a collection of political verses, venality satires and songs of social protest from medieval England. The collection provides a fascinating insight into medieval responses to contemporary events.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.