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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aRiley, James Whitcomb,
_d1849-1916
245 1 0 _aPipes O'Pan at Zekesbury
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-31
508 _aEtext produced by Curtis A. Weyant, Project Manager, Keith M. Eckrich, Post-Processor, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger
520 _a"Pipes O' Pan at Zekesbury" by James Whitcomb Riley is a collection of poems and sketches written during the late 19th century. The work highlights the idyllic charm of small-town life in Indiana, specifically the town of Zekesbury, weaving together character studies of local inhabitants and reflections on the simplicity and emotions of daily experiences. The collection features vivid imagery and a deep sense of nostalgia that resonates throughout the verses. The opening of "Pipes O' Pan at Zekesbury" paints a portrait of the titular town, characterized by its mundane yet colorful events and peculiar characters. The narrator recalls various incidents that illustrate the town's routine, from political orations to humorous mishaps at the local tavern. Key figures introduced include two remarkable locals tied to a phrenology lecture, which sets the stage for the unfolding shenanigans. Through an engaging blend of humor and poignant observation, Riley evokes a sense of community and an appreciation for the ordinary, drawing readers into Zekesbury's unique atmosphere. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPoetry
653 _aShort stories
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13908
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