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The Old Soldier's Story: Poems and Prose Sketches
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ISBN13: 9781023189996
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 250
Weight: 1.16
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Old Soldiers Story: Poems and Prose Sketches by James Whitcomb Riley offers a captivating glimpse into 19th-century American life through the celebrated Hoosier poet's distinct voice. This collection showcases Riley's talent for blending poetry and prose, capturing the spirit of the era with vivid imagery and heartfelt emotion.
Explore a range of American poetry alongside evocative prose sketches, reflecting Riley's deep connection to Indiana and its people. A key figure in American literature, Riley's work resonates with timeless themes of memory, nostalgia, and the human experience. Delve into this carefully curated selection of Riley's work, where each poem and sketch paints a picture of a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on American identity and the enduring power of storytelling. A must-have for enthusiasts of American poetry and 19th-century literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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