Publisher's Synopsis
Pike Country Ballads And Other Poems is a collection of poetry written by John Hay. The book features a variety of poems that reflect Hay's experiences growing up in Pike County, Illinois, and his observations of life in the rural Midwest. The ballads in the book are written in a traditional style, often featuring tales of love and loss, heroism, and tragedy. Other poems in the collection explore themes such as nature, spirituality, and the human condition. Throughout the book, Hay's writing is characterized by its vivid imagery, evocative language, and emotional depth. Pike Country Ballads And Other Poems is a timeless work of American poetry that captures the beauty and complexity of life in the rural Midwest.Long years ago, when the Devil was loose And faith was sorely tried, Three monks of Basle went out to walk In the quiet eventide.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.
