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LoC No.: 22001477
Title:
Negro Folk Rhymes
Wise and Otherwise: With a Study
Note: Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, S.D. and the Online
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Summary: "Negro Folk Rhymes" by Thomas W. Talley is a collection of folk rhymes and songs that encapsulates the oral tradition of African American culture, written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures a variety of expressions, showcasing the creativity and resilience of a people emerging from the harsh realities of slavery. It includes themes of love, humor, and the experiences of daily life, presented through the lens of folk traditions. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the context in which these folk rhymes were created, highlighting the cultural and historical relevance of the pieces compiled by Talley. It emphasizes the importance of preserving these expressions as significant records of African American life, which reflect a spirit of hope even amidst adversity. Each rhyme showcases the amalgamation of storytelling, community memory, and cultural idioms, illustrating a rich narrative tapestry that resonates with both humor and pathos. The initial section establishes a tone that invites readers to explore the profound simplicity and compelling rhythm of these folk traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Talley, Thomas Washington
EBook No.: 27195
Published: Nov 7, 2008
Downloads: 325
Language: English
Subject: American poetry -- African American authors
Subject: Folk songs, English -- United States
Subject: African Americans -- Songs and music
Subject: Folk poetry, American
Subject: African Americans -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 22001477
Title:
Negro Folk Rhymes
Wise and Otherwise: With a Study
Note: Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, S.D. and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Negro Folk Rhymes" by Thomas W. Talley is a collection of folk rhymes and songs that encapsulates the oral tradition of African American culture, written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures a variety of expressions, showcasing the creativity and resilience of a people emerging from the harsh realities of slavery. It includes themes of love, humor, and the experiences of daily life, presented through the lens of folk traditions. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the context in which these folk rhymes were created, highlighting the cultural and historical relevance of the pieces compiled by Talley. It emphasizes the importance of preserving these expressions as significant records of African American life, which reflect a spirit of hope even amidst adversity. Each rhyme showcases the amalgamation of storytelling, community memory, and cultural idioms, illustrating a rich narrative tapestry that resonates with both humor and pathos. The initial section establishes a tone that invites readers to explore the profound simplicity and compelling rhythm of these folk traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Talley, Thomas Washington
EBook No.: 27195
Published: Nov 7, 2008
Downloads: 325
Language: English
Subject: American poetry -- African American authors
Subject: Folk songs, English -- United States
Subject: African Americans -- Songs and music
Subject: Folk poetry, American
Subject: African Americans -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.