Songs and Ballads of the Southern People: 1861-1865 by Frank Moore
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"Songs and Ballads of the Southern People: 1861-1865" by Frank Moore is a historical collection published in the late 19th century. This compilation aims to preserve the voices and sentiments of the Southern people during the American Civil War, offering insights into their emotions, struggles, and expressions. The book serves as a significant cultural artifact, shedding light on the collective spirit and lyrical expressions prevalent in the South during these tumultuous years.
The opening portion of the work presents an introduction by the editor, Frank Moore, who emphasizes the historical value of the songs and ballads included within. He notes that these songs capture the essence of the era and the sentiments of the people, urging readers to contribute additional works that may not have been collected before. Following this, a series of poems unfolds, each addressing themes such as freedom, bravery, resistance, and the Southern identity, encapsulating the fervor and patriotism of the time. The pieces reflect a deep sense of purpose among the contributors, as they express their commitment to their cause and the sacrifices they are willing to make for their land and loved ones. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Moore, Frank, 1828-1904 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 12040137 |
| Title | Songs and Ballads of the Southern People: 1861-1865 |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Poetry |
| Subject | War poetry, American |
| Subject | American poetry -- Southern States |
| Subject | Southern States -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35479 |
| Release Date | Mar 4, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 470 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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