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Neghborly Poems and Dialect Sketches

Neghborly Poems and Dialect Sketches

A Celebration of Rural America in Dialect PoetryBy James Whitcomb Riley

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Neghborly Poems and Dialect Sketches

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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.

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Audiobook details

GenrePoetry

Length2 hrs 24 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&#x27; 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&#x27; COURSE

10ON A DEAD BABE

32WHEN THE GREEN GITS BACK IN THE TREES

11A OLD PLAYED-OUT SONG

33HOW IT HAPPENED

12&quot;COON-DOG WESS&quot;

34A DOS&#x27;T O&#x27; 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&quot;MYLO JONES&#x27;S WIFE&quot;

37PAP&#x27;S OLD SAYIN&#x27;

16ON A SPLENDUD MATCH

38ROMANCIN&#x27;

17OLD JOHN CLEVENGER ON BUCKEYES

39AN OLD SETTLER&#x27;S STORY

18THE HOSS

40AN OLD SETTLER&#x27;S STORY

19EZRA HOUSE

41DIALECT IN LITERATURE

20A PEN-PICTUR&#x27; OF A CERTIN FRIVVOLUS OLD MAN

42DIALECT IN LITERATURE

21WET-WEATHER TALK

43Books By James Whitcomb Riley: Transcriber&#x27;s Notes

22THOUGHTS ON A PORE JOKE

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