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_aLindsay, Vachel, _d1879-1931 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe golden whales of California, and other rhymes in the American language |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2023-02-07 | ||
| 508 | _aD A Alexander, Krista Zaleski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Golden Whales of California and Other Rhymes in the American Language" by Vachel Lindsay is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This work celebrates the beauty and richness of California, as well as various aspects of American culture and history, using vivid imagery and rhythmic language. The poems traverse themes of nature, nostalgia, and spirituality, often infused with a rhythm and cadence reminiscent of American folk traditions. At the start of this collection, the reader encounters an invocation of California's landscape, where the poet describes the vibrant colors of the environment and the wildness of its creatures. In particular, the titular poem emphasizes the glorified image of "golden whales" that embody the spirit of California, intertwining elements of folklore with commentary on human aspirations and materialism. The opening sets a whimsical yet contemplative tone, offering glimpses of the poet's reflections on nature and societal values through playful rhymes and imaginative scenes. Vachel Lindsay's unique voice beckons readers to explore not only the visual splendor of the Golden State but also its deeper emotional resonances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: The Macmillan Company, 1920 |
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| 653 | _aAmerican poetry -- 20th century | ||
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