02363cam a22003613u 4500 27195 UtSlPG 20260610133624.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 22001477 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Talley, Thomas Washington Negro Folk Rhymes : Wise and Otherwise: With a Study Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-11-07 Produced by Audrey Longhurst, S.D. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Negro Folk Rhymes" by Thomas W. Talley is a collection of folk rhymes and songs that encapsulates the oral tradition of African American culture, written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures a variety of expressions, showcasing the creativity and resilience of a people emerging from the harsh realities of slavery. It includes themes of love, humor, and the experiences of daily life, presented through the lens of folk traditions. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the context in which these folk rhymes were created, highlighting the cultural and historical relevance of the pieces compiled by Talley. It emphasizes the importance of preserving these expressions as significant records of African American life, which reflect a spirit of hope even amidst adversity. Each rhyme showcases the amalgamation of storytelling, community memory, and cultural idioms, illustrating a rich narrative tapestry that resonates with both humor and pathos. The initial section establishes a tone that invites readers to explore the profound simplicity and compelling rhythm of these folk traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified American poetry -- African American authors Folk songs, English -- United States African Americans -- Songs and music Folk poetry, American African Americans -- Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27195 68104 68104