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Routledge Bawdy Songbooks of the Romantic Period, Volume 2

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Explore a rare glimpse into the musical culture of the 1830s and 1840s with this specialized volume from Routledge. This book focuses on items published by William West between 1836 and 1842, providing access to a period of history that was previously difficult for researchers to study. During the Romantic Period, songbooks were often printed in small numbers and small formats. They were designed to be portable, easily hidden in a pocket, passed around among groups, or simply thrown away. Because of this, these priceless chapbooks became incredibly difficult for collectors to find. This volume brings together a significant collection of 49 songbooks that has only recently come to light. This specific collection represents almost all of the known songbooks from this era, making it an essential resource for those studying music history, the arts, or the social history of the 19th century.

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Access a rare collection of 49 songbooks that have recently come to light for study.

Covers a specific historical window of items published by William West from 1836 to 1842.

Provides a comprehensive look at nearly all known songbooks from this specific period.

Ideal for researchers interested in the history and criticism of music from the Romantic era.

Offers insight into the small-format chapbooks used for private or social musical sharing.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138750379
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > History & Criticism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 September 2011
Listed Since: 03 August 2015

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