“The Lovely Banks of Mourne”
Description
A farmer's son sees a girl bathing by the banks of the Mourne. He hides behind a bush to watch. At last she sees him and flees. He pursues, and offers her his hand and produce. She consents to marry. The singer will not reveal her name
Notes
Sort of a "Clear Away the Morning Dew" with the ending reversed. It's not nearly as much fun, though, which doubtless explains its limited currency. - RBW
Cross references
- cf. "The Baffled Knight" [Child 112] (subject)
References
- SHenry H595, p.468 , "The Lovely Banks of Mourne" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #9454
- BI, HHH595