“The Thatchers of Glenrea”

Description

The singer works in Argyle, then does a quick thatching job in Glrenrea. When it is all done, he at last is able to return to his wife in Ireland, though he has been cheated (?) of some of the money he hoped he would earn. He will not return to Glenrea

References

  1. SHenry H186, pp. 46-47, "The Thatchers of Glenrea" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. Roud #13358
  3. BI, HHH186

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1927 (Sam Henry collection)
Found in: Ireland Britain(Scotland)