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Early English Ballads

Kathleen Danson Read
Early English Ballads English actress Kathleen Danson Read reads a collection of spoken-word English ballads, originally compiled by Francis James Child in the mid-19th century. Among the ballads is the retelling of the life of the British folklore legend Robin Hood and his “Golden Prize.” The traditional Scottish ballad of “Bonny Barbara Allen,” adapted by many English, Scottish, and American musicians, is also retold by Ms. Read. Transcripts for all tracks are included in the liner notes.

Track Listing

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Kathleen Danson Read
02:17
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Kathleen Danson Read
03:05
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Kathleen Danson Read
04:13
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Kathleen Danson Read
01:59
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105
Kathleen Danson Read
09:54
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Kathleen Danson Read
03:31
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202
Kathleen Danson Read
02:57
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203
Kathleen Danson Read
01:42
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204
Kathleen Danson Read
02:05
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205
Kathleen Danson Read
04:36
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206
Kathleen Danson Read
02:01
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207
Kathleen Danson Read
02:12
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Kathleen Danson Read
02:11