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100	1		_aCarleton, Will, _d1845-1912
245	1	0	_aFarm Ballads
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-06-01
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"Farm Ballads" by Will Carleton is a collection of poems written during the late 19th century. This book reflects the life and experiences of rural America, capturing the essence of farm life through the lens of humor, love, heartache, and social commentary. It offers insights into the complexities of relationships, both romantic and familial, within the backdrop of rural living. The collection features various poems that explore themes such as marital discord in "Betsey and I Are Out" and "How Betsey and I Made Up," showcasing the ups and downs of relationships with whimsy and earnestness. Other poems, like "Gone with a Handsomer Man," tackle themes of love and loss in a lighthearted yet poignant manner. Carleton's verse walks readers through the triumphs and trials of everyday life on the farm, from raising children to coping with economic challenges. With its blend of humor, nostalgia, and realism, "Farm Ballads" provides a relatable glimpse into the heart of rural life and the human spirit's resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFarm life -- Poetry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9500
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