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'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale

29 Nov 12 - 06:16 AM (#3444211)
Subject: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

I've had a 1st (1975) edition of Peter Kennedy's classic "Folksongs of Britain & Ireland" on my shelf for some years now. It's an ex-library copy - legally and properly withdrawn from stock - which I bought many years ago. It was hardly used when I bought it and I haven't done more than dip into it myself over the years, so I'm going to sell it and donate the proceeds of the sale to Max and Mudcat.

Before I put it onto eBay or (more likely) go round to my local s/h booksellers, Any 'Catter who wants to make an offer for it in can PM me - say by the end of Sunday 8th December. It's in excellent condition, hardback, and still with the dustjacket wrapped in a plastic cover.

I'm aware that Peter Kennedy's work has been subject to some argument and controversy over the years - which I don't want to re-open here - but the book itself is a fascinating read for those with an abiding interest in the subject. And the original 1st edition is fairly rare these days. I discovered a copy in poor condition on AbeBooks some time ago for £120. I'm not interested in that sort of money and would much prefer it to go to someone on Mudcat for a sensible price.

Anyway, PM me if you're interested. The highest bidder to make a bid over £25 by midnight GMT on Sunday 8th December wins it. If I get no bids from 'Catters then I'll dispose of it in another way - and the proceeds will go towards Mudcat.


29 Nov 12 - 06:18 AM (#3444212)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

Correction - Saturday 8th December.


29 Nov 12 - 06:30 AM (#3444219)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: sciencegeek

FYI... the book is selling for around 80 US$ on Amazon, which is well above the starting bid.

I already have my old copy, so I'll pass on this great offer...


29 Nov 12 - 06:54 AM (#3444228)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: GUEST,Fred McCormick

Will, you needn't worry about PK's reputation in this instance. The book is extremely important and well worth having and worth £25-00 of anyone's mony.


30 Nov 12 - 05:13 PM (#3445021)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

Refresh - Mudcat needs cash...


01 Dec 12 - 09:18 AM (#3445218)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

The first bid - £25 - has been received.

Next...


01 Dec 12 - 10:12 AM (#3445242)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

And we're up to £30 - keep 'em coming, folks - Max needs it!


01 Dec 12 - 11:50 AM (#3445288)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Charmion

Will you throw in overseas postage?


01 Dec 12 - 12:40 PM (#3445312)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

I'll pay all postage costs.


01 Dec 12 - 01:34 PM (#3445324)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Leadfingers

I am tempted , especially for Max , but I am NOT a Book Learning type , and dont really read music , so I will leave it for someone who WILL appreciate it .


01 Dec 12 - 04:47 PM (#3445383)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

Up to £35 folks...


02 Dec 12 - 04:00 AM (#3445618)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

And now it's £60... one week to go...


02 Dec 12 - 04:04 AM (#3445619)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Joe Offer

I don't think this book gets the credit it deserves. It's a wonderful collection of songs.

£60, hey? Keep the bidding going, everybody!


-Joe, who paid a lot less than £60 for his copy, but that was long ago-


07 Dec 12 - 04:21 AM (#3448461)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: Will Fly

Up to £65 now - from a local friend...


08 Dec 12 - 04:15 AM (#3449103)
Subject: RE: 'Folksongs of Britain & Ireland' - sale
From: The Sandman

it is a good book , I already have a copy, good luck with the auction