Neghborly Poems and Dialect Sketches
A Celebration of Rural America in Dialect PoetryBy James Whitcomb Riley
Length2h 23m
About this audiobook
James Whitcomb Riley's "Neghborly Poems and Dialect Sketches" serves as a poignant exploration of rural American life through the lens of his distinctive Hoosier dialect. This collection, characterized by its charming simplicity and vivid imagery, captures the essence of Midwestern culture at the turn of the 20th century. Riley's poetic style blends nostalgia with humor, employing an informal yet sophisticated meter that invites readers into a world of warmth and familiarity. His dialect sketches breathe life into the characters of small-town Indiana, reflecting the societal values and communal spirit of the era. Riley, known as the "Poet Laureate of Indiana," drew inspiration from his own upbringing in the heartland, where storytelling and vernacular played a significant role in local culture. His upbringing amidst farmers and small-town life profoundly shaped his voice, as he sought to elevate regional dialects and idiosyncrasies to a place of literary merit. This collection not only exemplifies his dedication to authentic representation but also marks a pivotal moment in American poetry that celebrates local culture. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of regional dialect and poetry, providing insightful reflections on community and identity. "Neghborly Poems and Dialect Sketches" is not merely an anthology; it is a visceral journey into the heart of American rural life, inviting readers to connect with the colorful characters and timeless themes that resonate throughout the ages.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length2 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1WHEN THE FROST IS ON THE PUNKIN
23A MORTUL PRAYER
2ON THE DEATH OF LITTLE MAHALA ASHCRAFT
24THE FIRST BLUEBIRD
3THE MULBERRY TREE
25EVAGENE BAKER—WHO WAS DYIN' OF DRED CONSUMTION AS THESE LINES WAS PENNED BY A TRUE FRIEND
4TO MY OLD FRIEND, WILLIAM LEACHMAN
26ON ANY ORDENARY MAN IN A HIGH STATE OF LAUGHTURE AND DELIGHT
5MY FIDDLE
27TOWN AND COUNTRY
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6THE CLOVER
28LINES FER ISAAC BRADWELL, OF INDANOPLIS, IND., COUNTY-SEAT OF MARION
7NEGHBORLY POEMS ON FRIENDSHIP, GRIEF AND FARM-LIFE BY BENJ. F. JOHNSON, OF BOONE
29DECORATION DAY ON THE PLACE
8ERASMUS WILSON
30THE TREE-TOAD
9MY RUTHERS
31THE ROSSVILLE LECTUR' COURSE
10ON A DEAD BABE
32WHEN THE GREEN GITS BACK IN THE TREES
11A OLD PLAYED-OUT SONG
33HOW IT HAPPENED
12"COON-DOG WESS"
34A DOS'T O' BLUES
13LINES TO PERFESSER JOHN CLARK RIDPATH A. M., LL. D. T-Y-TY!
35THE OLD HOME BY THE MILL
14A TALE OF THE AIRLY DAYS
36THE WAY IT WUZ
15"MYLO JONES'S WIFE"
37PAP'S OLD SAYIN'
16ON A SPLENDUD MATCH
38ROMANCIN'
17OLD JOHN CLEVENGER ON BUCKEYES
39AN OLD SETTLER'S STORY
18THE HOSS
40AN OLD SETTLER'S STORY
19EZRA HOUSE
41DIALECT IN LITERATURE
20A PEN-PICTUR' OF A CERTIN FRIVVOLUS OLD MAN
42DIALECT IN LITERATURE
21WET-WEATHER TALK
43Books By James Whitcomb Riley: Transcriber's Notes
22THOUGHTS ON A PORE JOKE
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