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Public domain in the USA.
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Lomax, John Avery
1867
1948
Phelps, William Lyon
1865
1943
19018742
Songs of the Cattle Trail and Cow Camp
Without music.
Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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"Songs of the Cattle Trail and Cow Camp" by John Avery Lomax is a collection of folk poetry that captures the experiences and stories of American cowboys, likely written in the early 20th century. The anthology showcases poems that reflect the lifestyle, struggles, and camaraderie found along the cattle trails, with themes of adventure, love, and folklore. Lomax's work serves as both a celebration of cowboy culture and a preservation of oral traditions. The opening of the collection features a dedication by Lomax to his friends and introduces the reader to the significance of cowboy songs in American literature. It highlights the importance of these verses in expressing the heartfelt experiences of cowboys, addressing the realism and authenticity of their lives. Lomax explains that the selections include a mix of songs he collected during his travels, illustrating the camaraderie and spirit of the West through a rich tapestry of narratives that encompass love, bravery, and the rugged beauty of the landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Cowboys -- Songs and music
Songs, English -- West (U.S.) -- Texts
Ballads, English -- West (U.S.) -- Texts
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