Publisher's Synopsis
Ballads of a Bohemian is a collection of poems by Robert W. Service, a Canadian poet and writer. The book was first published in 1921 and contains 48 ballads, each with its own unique story and theme. The poems are written in a simple and straightforward style, making them accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds. The themes of the poems range from love and romance to adventure and the great outdoors. Service's use of vivid imagery and descriptive language brings the characters and settings to life, transporting the reader to different times and places. The book is a celebration of the bohemian lifestyle, with its focus on freedom, creativity, and individuality. Overall, Ballads of a Bohemian is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and entertain readers today.1921. Service, the celebrated bard of the Yukon, is most remembered for his tales of The Shooting of Dan McGrew, The Cremation of Sam McGee, The Harpy, The Spell of the Yukon. During WWI he worked as a stretcher bearer and ambulance driver with the Ambulance Corps of the American Red Cross. The Contents of this volume are divided into the following books: Spring; Early Summer; Late Summer; and Winter. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
