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In "Rhymes of Old Plimouth," Herbert Randall artfully weaves together verse that captures the essence of early American life and the spirit of its colonists. This collection showcases Randall's mastery of rhythm and meter, reflecting both a profound connection to the rich traditions of English poetry and the emerging American voice. Set against the backdrop of Plimouth Colony's historical significance, the poems evoke themes of struggle, community, and the enduring quest for identity, thereby situating the work within the broad literary movement of American Romanticism. Randall's keen attention to local details imbues each rhyme with a distinct sense of place, enabling readers to vividly experience the nuances of 17th-century life in the New World. Herbert Randall, a scholar of early American history and literature, draws upon his extensive research and personal connection to the region to breathe life into these verses. His exploration of the intersection between history and poetry facilitates a deeper understanding of the colony's narrative, emphasizing the human experience behind the well-documented facts. Randall's background in both academia and poetry offers unique insights into the periods he analyzes, making his work a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts alike. For readers seeking a blend of historical insight and poetic beauty, "Rhymes of Old Plimouth" is an indispensable addition to the canon of American literature. Randall's rich tapestry of language invites us to connect with our past while reflecting on the universal experiences that transcend time. This collection promises both scholarly value and sheer enjoyment, making it a highly recommended read for history buffs and poetry lovers.
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GenrePoetry
Length1 hr 37 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD.
37A MEMORY.
2ACKNOWLEDGMENT.
38NEW ENGLAND.
3INDEX.
39HILLS O’ MY HEART.
4TO MY PILGRIM MOTHER.
40MASCOTTE.
5THE TRYST OF NATIONS.
41YE OLDEN TIME.
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6PLYMOUTH ROCK.
42SUNDOWN ON THE MARSHES.
7TO THE STANDISH GUARDS OF THE OLD COLONY.
43NEIGHBORS.
8BURIAL HILL.
44A PASTORAL.
9THE OLD ROAD DOWN TO PLYMOUTH.
45THE WHITE PINE.
10ROSE OF PLYMOUTH.
46THE COLONIAL PIONEER.
11THE ANGELUS OF PLYMOUTH WOODS.
47THE OLD ROCKIN’ CHAIR.
12PLIMOTH THROUGH AN OLD SPY GLASS.
48OUT OF GETHSAMANE.
13THE DREAM THAT’S IN THE SEA.
49GREETINGS.
14THE OLD SKIPPER.
50LOVE O’ MY HEART.
15ROMP OF THE SEA.
51TO A FRIEND.
16THE DERELICT.
52“AUNT SALLY.”
17SALT O’ THE SEA.
53INTIMACY.
18MID-OCEAN.
54MY MOTHER’S “BIBLE-BOOK.”
19EASTERLY WEATHER.
55MY FAITH.
20“OUTSIDE.”
56AN APOSTROPHE.
21OFF.
57GLIMMER.
22DAWN IN PLYMOUTH HARBOR.
58A NOCTURNE.
23TWIN LIGHTS.
59THE INVISIBLE.
24WHITE GULLS.
60ANTIPHONAL.
25TO THE RED MAN.
61LADY MAY.
26TO MASSASOIT.
62A FRAGMENT.
27THE WINNETUXET.
63AWAY FROM HOME.
28HYMN ANCESTRAL.
64GRANDMA BROWN.
29FEEL OF THE WANDER-LURE.
65SLUMBER SONG.
30OVERHEARD AT THE MONEY CHANGERS OF NINEVEH.
66THE ENIGMA.
31THE INNERMOST.
67THE PASSING OF THE OLD ELM.
32THE AUTUMN RAIN.
68AFTERWARD.
33CRY OF THE WOUNDED LOON.
69“THE PILGRIM SPIRIT.”
34THE OLD BUSH PASTURE.
70IN MEMORIAM.
35A GARLAND.
71L’ ENVOI.
36THE UMPAME MUSKETEERS.
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