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100	1		_aKirk, William Frederick, _d1877-1927
245	1	4	_aThe Norsk Nightingale; Being the Lyrics of a "Lumberyack"
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-09-01
508			_aText file produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Distributed Proofreaders HTML file produced by David Widger
520			_a"The Norsk Nightingale; Being the Lyrics of a 'Lumberyack'" by William Frederick Kirk is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The book showcases a unique blend of dialect verses, steeped in the Scandinavian vernacular common among the lumberjack communities in Northern Wisconsin and Minnesota. With its playful use of language and reflection on the lives of these laborers, the book aims to capture the essence of their experiences and culture. In this charming work, Kirk presents a series of lyrical poems that encapsulate the lives, loves, and challenges faced by lumberjacks. Through characters such as Yim, Tillie Olson, and Olaf, the poems explore themes of friendship, romance, and the playful banter of life in the logging camps. The verses are often infused with humor and nostalgia, depicting the camaraderie among workers as they navigate the struggles of their profession. Additionally, the collection includes historical tales and translations of classic poetry, all rendered in the same engaging dialect, inviting readers into the heart of a vibrant, albeit tough, lifestyle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aHumorous poetry, American
653			_aDialect poetry, American
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8953
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