“In London so Fair”
Description
A girl goes to serve a lady whose son is a sea captain. They fall in love; when he must go to sea, he pledges to be true. She dresses as a man and enlists on his ship. He says she reminds him of his love. She reveals her identity and they are married
Recordings
- Mary Ann Carolan, "In London So Fair" (on Voice02)
References
- SHenry H203, pp. 330-331, "The Sailor on the Sea" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #2989
- BI, HHH203