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LoC No.: 10023658
Title: Frontier Ballads
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by The Internet Archive
Summary: "Frontier Ballads" by Joseph Mills Hanson is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This book explores themes related to the American frontier, capturing the spirit of the people, their struggles, and the evolving landscape during a time of westward expansion. It reflects on the experiences and emotions of those who lived in a period marked by exploration, conflict, and the forging of a new identity. The poems in "Frontier Ballads" range from narratives of soldiers and pioneers to reflections on the beauty of the landscape and the hardships faced by settlers. Through characters like brave women defending their homes, soldiers patrolling the frontier, and the valiant actions of figures such as Jesus Garcia, the collection illustrates the resilience and courage required to navigate the challenges of frontier life. Rich in imagery and steeped in historical context, Hanson’s work provides poignant insights into the lives of those who sought to carve out a place for themselves amidst both nature’s grandeur and the tumult of human conflict. Each ballad captivates with a blend of nostalgia and celebration for the rugged pioneering spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Hanson, Joseph Mills, 1876-
Illustrator: Dixon, Maynard, 1875-1946
EBook No.: 45240
Published: Mar 28, 2014
Downloads: 336
Language: English
Subject: Folk songs, English -- West (U.S.)
Subject: West (U.S.) -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 10023658
Title: Frontier Ballads
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by The Internet Archive
Summary: "Frontier Ballads" by Joseph Mills Hanson is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This book explores themes related to the American frontier, capturing the spirit of the people, their struggles, and the evolving landscape during a time of westward expansion. It reflects on the experiences and emotions of those who lived in a period marked by exploration, conflict, and the forging of a new identity. The poems in "Frontier Ballads" range from narratives of soldiers and pioneers to reflections on the beauty of the landscape and the hardships faced by settlers. Through characters like brave women defending their homes, soldiers patrolling the frontier, and the valiant actions of figures such as Jesus Garcia, the collection illustrates the resilience and courage required to navigate the challenges of frontier life. Rich in imagery and steeped in historical context, Hanson’s work provides poignant insights into the lives of those who sought to carve out a place for themselves amidst both nature’s grandeur and the tumult of human conflict. Each ballad captivates with a blend of nostalgia and celebration for the rugged pioneering spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Hanson, Joseph Mills, 1876-
Illustrator: Dixon, Maynard, 1875-1946
EBook No.: 45240
Published: Mar 28, 2014
Downloads: 336
Language: English
Subject: Folk songs, English -- West (U.S.)
Subject: West (U.S.) -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.