Latvju Dainas: Latvian Folksongs. Interlinear Translation

dainas, Krišjānis Barons, All levels
Latvju Dainas: Latvian Folksongs. Interlinear Translation

By Krisjānis Barons  2021

Latvijas Universitātes Literaturas, folkloras un makslas institūts

Selected by G. Priede, this comprehensive collection of Barons’ canonical  compendium of dainas covers seven categories: about songs and singing; the cycle of life, family and relatives; human economic activity, various trades and occupations; the broader social situation and social classes; the state of international relations, the protection of the fatherland and nation, its defence against invaders; annual festivals and celebration days; and, mythical songs. Especially valuable are the comments and glossary.  The edition presents the dainas in Latvian, English, German and Russian.

Available to borrow from the Apolonija Vetere Library (Call number 398.2 LATV BARO/2012) at the Latvian Centre, Toronto.