Books in the Reliques of Ancient English Poetry 3 Volume Set series

This three-volume collection of historical ballads, compiled by Thomas Percy (1729-1811), achieved great popularity upon its publication in 1765. It generated much interest in the genre, undented by Percy's oft-criticised editorial practices. Volume 3 includes ballads of Sir Gawain and King Arthur, and corrections for all three volumes.

This three-volume collection of historical ballads, compiled by Thomas Percy (1729-1811), achieved great popularity upon its publication in 1765. It generated much interest in the genre, undented by Percy's oft-criticised editorial practices. Volume 1 includes 'The Ballad of Chevy Chase', 'The Jew's Daughter', and a ballad of Robin Hood.

This three-volume collection of historical ballads, compiled by Thomas Percy (1729-1811), achieved great popularity upon its publication in 1765. It generated much interest in the genre, undented by Percy's oft-criticised editorial practices. Volume 2 includes a roundel which Percy ascribes to Chaucer, and verses purportedly by King Charles I.