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LoC No.: c98000347
Title: Soldier Songs and Love Songs
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Produced by Ted Garvin, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
Summary: "Soldier Songs and Love Songs" by A. H. Laidlaw is a collection of poetry published in the late 19th century, likely in the 1890s. This anthology blends themes of military valor and romantic affection, juxtaposing the life and emotions of soldiers with the tender interests of love and longing. Drawing from the context of a post-Civil War America, the book reflects on patriotism, heroism, and the bittersweet nature of love amidst the backdrop of war. The collection features a wide array of poems, including tributes to historical figures like General Custer and pieces celebrating the American spirit and feminine grace. Laidlaw's verses capture a diverse range of emotions, from the fervor of battle and camaraderie among soldiers to the poignant heartache of love and loss. Through lively imagery and rhythmic cadences, the poems resonate with the fervor of their respective themes, offering readers both a stirring reflection on bravery as well as a soft exploration of romantic devotion. The alternation between "Soldier Songs" and "Love Songs" presents a rich tapestry of the human experience, creating a compelling contrast that speaks to the complexities of life during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Laidlaw, A. H. (Alexander Hamilton), 1869-1908
EBook No.: 14869
Published: Feb 2, 2005
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: c98000347
Title: Soldier Songs and Love Songs
Credits:
Produced by Ted Garvin, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
Summary: "Soldier Songs and Love Songs" by A. H. Laidlaw is a collection of poetry published in the late 19th century, likely in the 1890s. This anthology blends themes of military valor and romantic affection, juxtaposing the life and emotions of soldiers with the tender interests of love and longing. Drawing from the context of a post-Civil War America, the book reflects on patriotism, heroism, and the bittersweet nature of love amidst the backdrop of war. The collection features a wide array of poems, including tributes to historical figures like General Custer and pieces celebrating the American spirit and feminine grace. Laidlaw's verses capture a diverse range of emotions, from the fervor of battle and camaraderie among soldiers to the poignant heartache of love and loss. Through lively imagery and rhythmic cadences, the poems resonate with the fervor of their respective themes, offering readers both a stirring reflection on bravery as well as a soft exploration of romantic devotion. The alternation between "Soldier Songs" and "Love Songs" presents a rich tapestry of the human experience, creating a compelling contrast that speaks to the complexities of life during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Laidlaw, A. H. (Alexander Hamilton), 1869-1908
EBook No.: 14869
Published: Feb 2, 2005
Downloads: 108
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.