The Percy Folio of Old English Ballads and Romances; Volume 2

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This comprehensive collection of Old English ballads and romances gives readers a fascinating insight into the literature and culture of medieval England. Compiled by Thomas Percy and first published in the late 18th century, the collection includes some of the most famous and enduring works of English literature, from 'Sir Gawain and the Green Knight' to 'The Ballad of Robin Hood'. This edition, edited and annotated by Frederick James Furnivall and John Wesley Hales, is an essential resource for scholars and students of medieval literature and history.