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Charles Mackay Collection

Charles Mackay was a prolific and talented English writer, poet, and journalist who left an indelible mark on the literary world

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies - 'Joys of the Past', 1858. Creator: Unknown

English Songs and Melodies - "Joys of the Past", 1858. Creator: Unknown
English Songs and Melodies - "Joys of the Past", 1858. Illustration to sheet music. Joys of the past! are they vanish'd for ever

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies - 'Joys of the Past', 1858. Creator: Unknown

English Songs and Melodies - "Joys of the Past", 1858. Creator: Unknown
English Songs and Melodies - "Joys of the Past", 1858. Illustration to sheet music. Joys of the past! are they vanish'd for ever

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies - 'The Day has Gone', 1858. Creator: J. L. Williams

English Songs and Melodies - "The Day has Gone", 1858. Creator: J. L. Williams
English Songs and Melodies - "The Day has Gone", 1858. Illustration to sheet music: Poetry by Charles MacKay; Symphonies and Accompaniments by Frank Mori'

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies - 'The Day has Gone', 1858. Creator: M. Jackson

English Songs and Melodies - "The Day has Gone", 1858. Creator: M. Jackson
English Songs and Melodies - "The Day has Gone", 1858. Poetry by Charles MacKay; Symphonies and Accompaniments by Frank Mori

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies - 'The Cheerful Heart', 1858. Creator: Smyth

English Songs and Melodies - "The Cheerful Heart", 1858. Creator: Smyth
English Songs and Melodies - "The Cheerful Heart", 1858. The Poetry [lyrics] by Charles MacKay; the Symphonies and Accompaniments by Sir H. R

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: 'Under Green Leaves' - Lullingsworth, drawn by S. Read, 1857. Creator: Henry Duff Linton

"Under Green Leaves" - Lullingsworth, drawn by S. Read, 1857. Creator: Henry Duff Linton
"Under Green Leaves" - Lullingsworth, drawn by S. Read, 1857. We extract from the new volume of poems, by Charles Mackay

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies: The Dangers, 1856. Creator: J. L. Williams

English Songs and Melodies: The Dangers, 1856. Creator: J. L. Williams
English Songs and Melodies: The Dangers, 1856. Sheet music:..poetry by Charles Mackay, Air, "Castabella", the symphonies and accompaniment by Sir H. R

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: 'The Heroes of the Crimea', 1854. Creator: Unknown. 'The Heroes of the Crimea', 1854

"The Heroes of the Crimea", 1854. Creator: Unknown. "The Heroes of the Crimea", 1854
"The Heroes of the Crimea", 1854. Sheet music celebrating British forces fighting in the Crimean War. The Poetry by Charles MacKay, the music by Frank Mori'

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: 'The Heroes of the Crimea', 1854. Creator: Unknown. 'The Heroes of the Crimea', 1854

"The Heroes of the Crimea", 1854. Creator: Unknown. "The Heroes of the Crimea", 1854
"The Heroes of the Crimea", 1854. Sheet music celebrating British forces fighting in the Crimean War. The Poetry by Charles MacKay, the music by Frank Mori'

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Angel Visits. A Lyric for the New Year, by Charles MacKay, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Angel Visits. A Lyric for the New Year, by Charles MacKay, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Angel Visits. A Lyric for the New Year, by Charles MacKay, 1850. Sentimental scene illustrating a song or poem. Thou'rt old, grandfather - old and blind, But ever cheerful, good, and kind

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: A Song for Christmas - 'Smile, Old Winter', 1850. Creator: Unknown

A Song for Christmas - "Smile, Old Winter", 1850. Creator: Unknown
A Song for Christmas - "Smile, Old Winter", 1850. A Christmas ballad; poetry by C. Mackay, L.L.D. music by Blewitt

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: England Over All (engraving)

England Over All (engraving)
1619224 England Over All (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: England Over All. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 August 1858)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: The Cheerful Heart (engraving)

The Cheerful Heart (engraving)
1619199 The Cheerful Heart (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cheerful Heart. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 July 1858)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Portrait of Charles MacKay (engraving)

Portrait of Charles MacKay (engraving)
820045 Portrait of Charles MacKay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles MacKay, Scottish songwriter, author and journalist)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: King Alfred (engraving)

King Alfred (engraving)
1097495 King Alfred (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Alfred. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Cold Christmas?-No! (engraving)

Cold Christmas?-No! (engraving)
1097537 Cold Christmas?-No! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cold Christmas)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: The Collected Songs of Charles Mackay (engraving)

The Collected Songs of Charles Mackay (engraving)
1609971 The Collected Songs of Charles Mackay (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collected Songs of Charles Mackay)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Mid The New-Mown Hay (engraving)

Mid The New-Mown Hay (engraving)
1608067 Mid The New-Mown Hay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mid The New-Mown Hay. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 July 1855)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Raise High the Flag (engraving)

Raise High the Flag (engraving)
1618833 Raise High the Flag (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raise High the Flag. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 March 1854)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: May Lyrics (engraving)

May Lyrics (engraving)
1618104 May Lyrics (engraving) by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: May Lyrics. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 May 1849)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: The Day Has Gone (engraving)

The Day Has Gone (engraving)
1619270 The Day Has Gone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Day Has Gone. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 August 1858)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies, Farewell to the Woodlands (engraving)

English Songs and Melodies, Farewell to the Woodlands (engraving)
1097867 English Songs and Melodies, Farewell to the Woodlands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English Songs and Melodies, Farewell to the Woodlands)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Mourn for the Mighty Dead (engraving)

Mourn for the Mighty Dead (engraving)
1618456 Mourn for the Mighty Dead (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mourn for the Mighty Dead)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Joys of the Past (engraving)

Joys of the Past (engraving)
1619356 Joys of the Past (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joys of the Past. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 October 1858)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: Angel Visits, a Lyric for the New Year, by Charles Mackay (engraving)

Angel Visits, a Lyric for the New Year, by Charles Mackay (engraving)
1611888 Angel Visits, a Lyric for the New Year, by Charles Mackay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Angel Visits, a Lyric for the New Year)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: English Songs and Melodies (engraving)

English Songs and Melodies (engraving)
1102518 English Songs and Melodies (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English Songs and Melodies)

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: DR. CHARLES MACKAY, engraving 1890, uk, britain, british, united kingdom, great britain

DR. CHARLES MACKAY, engraving 1890, uk, britain, british, united kingdom, great britain, europe, european

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: View of British Troops

View of British Troops

Background imageCharles Mackay Collection: DR. CHARLES MACKAY, engraving 1890, uk, britain, british, united kingdom, great britain

DR. CHARLES MACKAY, engraving 1890, uk, britain, british, united kingdom, great britain, europe, european


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Charles Mackay was a prolific and talented English writer, poet, and journalist who left an indelible mark on the literary world. His works encompassed various genres, from poetry to songs, capturing the essence of England's spirit and history. In "England Over All, " an enchanting engraving, Mackay beautifully portrays the nation's resilience and strength. Similarly, in "The Cheerful Heart, " he captures the joyousness that resides within every Englishman's soul. A portrait himself reveals a man of great intellect and passion for his craft. With each stroke of his pen or brush, he transported readers into worlds filled with wonder and imagination. Mackay's love for history is evident in engravings like "King Alfred. " Through his words, he resurrects ancient heroes whose tales still resonate today. And in "Cold Christmas?-No. " he reminds us that even amidst winter's chill, warmth can be found through love and companionship. "The Collected Songs of Charles Mackay" showcases his lyrical prowess as melodies dance off the pages. From "Mid The New-Mown Hay" to "Raise High the Flag, " these verses evoke emotions that stir hearts across generations. With "May Lyrics, " Mackay celebrates nature's vibrant beauty during springtime while reminding us to cherish life's fleeting moments. And as dusk falls upon our weary souls in "The Day Has Gone, " his words offer solace and reflection. Through collections like "English Songs and Melodies" or poignant pieces like "Farewell to the Woodlands, " Mackay immortalizes landscapes dear to every English heart. He paints vivid pictures with words that transport readers into idyllic scenes untouched by time. Finally, in somber engravings such as "Mourn for the Mighty Dead, " Charles Mackay pays homage to those who have fought valiantly for their country – their sacrifices forever etched within the annals of history.