Publisher's Synopsis
""Poems of the Old South"" is a collection of poems written by renowned American poets such as Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr., John Greenleaf Whittier, Julia Ward Howe, Sarah Josepha Hale, and James Freeman Clarke. The book was first published in 1877 and features works that reflect the culture, history, and traditions of the American South during the antebellum period.The poems in this collection cover a wide range of themes, including love, nature, patriotism, slavery, and the Civil War. Longfellow's ""The Slave In The Dismal Swamp"" and Whittier's ""The Hunters Of Men"" are powerful and emotional works that highlight the horrors of slavery and the fight for freedom. Holmes' ""The Last Leaf"" and Howe's ""The Battle Hymn Of The Republic"" are patriotic works that celebrate the American spirit and the nation's resilience in times of crisis.The poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional ballads to free verse, and showcase the poets' mastery of language and form. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American literature, history, and culture, and offers a unique glimpse into the lives and perspectives of some of the most influential poets of the 19th century.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.
