The Garland Of Good Will

The Garland of Good Will is a collection of stories and ballads written by Thomas Deloney, a 16th-century English writer. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing stories about the lives of ordinary people and the second part consisting of ballads that tell tales of love, adventure, and tragedy.The stories in the first part of the book are set in London and the surrounding countryside and offer a glimpse into the lives of the working-class people of the time. The tales are full of humor, wit, and satire, and they provide a vivid picture of life in 16th-century England.The second part of the book is a collection of ballads, which were popular in England during the 16th century. The ballads tell stories of love, adventure, and tragedy, and they are written in a simple, lyrical style that makes them easy to remember and sing. Many of the ballads in the book were based on real events, such as the story of the Spanish Armada or the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots.Overall, The Garland of Good Will is a fascinating glimpse into the culture and society of 16th-century England. Deloney's writing is engaging and entertaining, and his stories and ballads offer a unique perspective on the lives of ordinary people during this time period.Young was I loued; No affection moued My heart or mind to giue or yeeld to their consenting. My Parents thinking richly for to wed me, Forcing me to that which caused my repenting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.