Publisher's Synopsis
""Johnny Appleseed and Paul Bunyan"" is a three-act play written by Henry Bailey Stevens that explores the folklore surrounding two iconic American figures. The play begins with a prologue that sets the stage for the stories of Johnny Appleseed and Paul Bunyan. In Act One, we see Johnny Appleseed traveling across the country, planting apple trees and spreading his message of peace and goodwill. Act Two introduces us to Paul Bunyan, a giant lumberjack who is known for his incredible strength and larger-than-life adventures. Finally, Act Three brings the two characters together, as Johnny Appleseed and Paul Bunyan meet and share their stories. Throughout the play, Stevens weaves together elements of American folklore, showcasing the unique characters and stories that have become a part of our cultural heritage. ""Johnny Appleseed and Paul Bunyan"" is an entertaining and educational work that celebrates the rich history of American folklore.1929. From a Folklore Note contained at the beginning of the play: Johnny Appleseed is a half-traditional character who planted apple nurseries and orchards throughout the frontier regions, especially in Ohio and Indiana, in the early part of the nineteenth century. He has been called the Father of American Orchards. Paul Bunyan is the mythological hero of American lumberjacks with a steadily increasing number of yarns redounding to his glory, many of which involve Inkslinger, his chief clear. Some of the names of Indians have been taken from historical sources; but no attempt has been made to portray actual characters nor to follow the customs of any particular tribe.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.
