Song of the Olden Time by Thomas Moore is a beautiful collection of nostalgic poems and melodies that transport the reader back to a simpler era. Moore's lyrical writing style is both captivating and evocative, painting vivid pictures of a bygone time.

The poems explore themes of love, loss, nature, and the passage of time, all with a sense of wistfulness and longing. Each piece is accompanied by a musical score, adding an extra layer of depth and emotion to the words.

Overall, Song of the Olden Time is a charming and enchanting read that will appeal to lovers of poetry, music, and history. Moore's ability to capture the essence of days gone by makes this collection a timeless treasure that is sure to resonate with readers of all ages.

Book Description:
From a relatively early age Moore showed an interest in music and other performing arts. He sometimes appeared in musical plays with his friends, such as The Poor Soldier by John O'Keeffe , and at one point had ambitions to become an actor. Moore attended several Dublin schools including Samuel Whyte's English Grammar School in Grafton Street where he learned the English accent with which he spoke for the rest of his life. In 1795 he graduated from Trinity College, which had recently allowed entry to Catholic students, in an effort to fulfill his mother's dream of him becoming a lawyer. Moore was initially a good student, but he later put less effort into his studies. His time at Trinity came amidst the ongoing turmoil following the French Revolution, and a number of his fellow students such as Robert Emmet were supporters of the United Irishmen movement, although Moore himself never was a member.