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Miller, Joaquin
1837
1913
Miller, Cincinnatus Heine
Miller, Cincinnatus Hiner
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Chants for the Boer
$aUnited States :$bThe Whitaker & Ray Company, $c1900.
To the Boers -- To ye fighting lords of London town -- Mother Egypt -- Anglo-Saxon alliance -- India and the Boers -- At the calend's close -- As it is written -- To Oom Paul Kruger -- Usland to the Boers -- That Ussian of Usland -- Fight a boy of your size.
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"Chants for the Boer" by Joaquin Miller is a collection of poetic works written in the early 20th century, specifically around the turn of the century. The book primarily addresses the struggles and resistance of the Boer people during the Anglo-Boer War, highlighting themes of freedom, conflict, and imperialism. Miller's poetry reflects a deep empathy for the Boers, drawing parallels between their plight and other historical injustices. The poems within "Chants for the Boer" convey the emotions and sentiments surrounding the struggles faced by the Boer farmers as they confront British imperial aggression. Through verses dedicated to figures like Paul Kruger and themes such as loyalty, sacrifice, and the fight for justice, Miller passionately defends the Boer cause while criticizing the actions of English politicians and the British Empire. The collection serves as a cultural and political commentary that resonates with the broader ideals of freedom and resistance against oppression, ultimately calling for solidarity among those who value liberty and justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/chantsfortheboer00millrich/page/n7/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 87.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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