Murder Ballads : Illustrated Lyrics & Lore.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Horan, Katy.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Women--Violence against.

Women.

Folk songs.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (134 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Cork : Andrews McMeel, 2025.

Summary:

This book explores the history, cultural significance, and storytelling tradition of murder ballads—songs that recount tales of crime, violence, and tragedy, often centered around women. Through a combination of meticulously researched narratives and evocative illustrations, the author delves into the themes of misogyny, patriarchy, and societal norms that shaped these ballads, while also re-examining the lives and stories of the victims. The book highlights the enduring power of these songs as a form of oral history, their gothic allure, and their ability to evolve across generations. Intended for readers interested in folklore, music history, and gender studies, it also serves as a tribute to the overlooked voices within these haunting narratives. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Dedication

Contents

Foreword

Introduction

The Ballads

Omie Wise

The Cruel Mother

Delia’s Gone

In the Pines

The Bloody Gardener

The Twa Sisters

Lizie Wan

Pearl Bryan

Child Owlet

Frankie and Johnny

Rose Connoley

Knoxville Girl

The Death of Queen Jane

Stagolee

Alice Mitchell and Freddy Ward

Young Hunting

Lamkin

The Cruel Ship’s Carpenter

Marrowbones

The Unquiet Grave

Notable Recordings

Bibliography Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

979-88-8160-395-3

OCLC:

1517397948