Fly My Swallow: A Merry Guide Through Hungarian Songs and Gipsy Music (Softcover, 1933)
Author: Palma Stein
Publisher: George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd., London
Year: 1933
ISBN: Not applicable (pre-ISBN era)
Description:
Charming 1933 softcover edition introducing readers to the lively spirit of Hungarian folk and Gypsy music. Palma Stein writes with warmth and wit, weaving together cultural notes, traditional lyrics, and melodic motifs. The book serves as both a musical guide and a window into Central European folklore, rich with rhythm and character.
Physical Condition:
Soft paper covers with printed title and border design; sewn binding typical of early paperbacks. Moderate wear and age toning, consistent with 1930s vintage condition.
Key Themes: Hungarian folk songs, Gypsy music, folklore, cultural traditions, ethnomusicology.
Keywords: Stein Palma, Hungarian music, folklore, 1930s ethnography, folk traditions.
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Pages: Approx. 220
Weight: ~0.3 kg
Dimensions: 10 × 15 cm
Illustrations: Includes musical notation and a few monochrome illustrations.