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100 1 _aLaidlaw, A. H.
_q(Alexander Hamilton),
_d1869-1908
245 1 0 _aSoldier Songs and Love Songs
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-02-02
508 _aProduced by Ted Garvin, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
520 _a"Soldier Songs and Love Songs" by A. H. Laidlaw is a collection of poetry published in the late 19th century, likely in the 1890s. This anthology blends themes of military valor and romantic affection, juxtaposing the life and emotions of soldiers with the tender interests of love and longing. Drawing from the context of a post-Civil War America, the book reflects on patriotism, heroism, and the bittersweet nature of love amidst the backdrop of war. The collection features a wide array of poems, including tributes to historical figures like General Custer and pieces celebrating the American spirit and feminine grace. Laidlaw's verses capture a diverse range of emotions, from the fervor of battle and camaraderie among soldiers to the poignant heartache of love and loss. Through lively imagery and rhythmic cadences, the poems resonate with the fervor of their respective themes, offering readers both a stirring reflection on bravery as well as a soft exploration of romantic devotion. The alternation between "Soldier Songs" and "Love Songs" presents a rich tapestry of the human experience, creating a compelling contrast that speaks to the complexities of life during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPoetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14869
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