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Songs and Ballads of the Maine Lumberjacks With Other Songs From Maine
Paperback
Mythology & FolkloreCountry & FolkRegional: New England
ISBN13: 9781025996967
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Songs and Ballads of the Maine Lumberjacks With Other Songs From Maine is a foundational collection of folk music and oral poetry gathered from the rugged woods and rural communities of the Pine Tree State. Compiled by Roland Palmer Gray, this work serves as a vital record of the cultural life of the American logger, capturing the melodies and lyrics that echoed through the lumber camps during the height of the regional industry.
The collection is meticulously organized to highlight the distinct songs of the lumberjacks, traditional ballads that trace their roots back to older European traditions, and other historical songs unique to Maine's local heritage. Each entry provides a window into the daily labors, hardships, and camaraderie of the men who worked in the northern wilderness. Beyond its musical value, the book functions as a significant ethnographic study, preserving the vernacular and storytelling traditions of a bygone era. Readers will find evocative accounts of river drives, camp life, and legendary figures, all presented with scholarly attention to their origins and regional variations. This volume remains an essential resource for those interested in American folklore, regional New England history, and the enduring power of traditional songcraft.
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