Hoosier Lyrics by Eugene Field
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About this eBook
| Author | Field, Eugene, 1850-1895 |
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| Title | Hoosier Lyrics |
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Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Hoosier Lyrics" by Eugene Field is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This work captures the humor, charm, and regional dialects of Midwestern America, specifically Indiana, reflecting the poet's fondness for his native Hoosier culture. The collection showcases Field's unique voice, encompassing themes of love, nostalgia, and the simple joys of life through playful verses and clever wordplay. The opening of the volume introduces us to the poet's style, featuring lighthearted reflections on various subjects, such as politics, daily life, and personal experiences. Field engages with the characters of Indiana through friendly narratives, as seen in playful dialogues and vivid descriptions of rural life. His writing blends humor and sentimentality, immediately inviting the reader to appreciate the cultural nuances of the Midwest while also showcasing an enduring love for the people and places that shaped his poetry. This work aims to provide both entertainment and insight into the essence of Hoosier life during Field's time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Dialect poetry, American |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36150 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 194 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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