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100	1		_aLeland, Charles Godfrey, _d1824-1903
245	1	0	_aSongs of the Sea and Lays of the Land
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2015
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2015-12-11
508			_aProduced by Larry Harrison, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the online Project Gutenberg team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archives-US
520			_a"Songs of the Sea and Lays of the Land" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a collection of ballads and lyrical sketches penned in the late 19th century. This work captures the essence of maritime life and American experiences, weaving together songs that celebrate the adventures and lore of sailors along with tales inspired by life on the land. The collection encapsulates the spirit of seafaring men and women, evoking nostalgia for bygone times and the richly varied tapestry of cultural influences. The opening of the book introduces us to the preface, where Leland explains his motivation for compiling this collection, highlighting his wish to honor the mariners of the sailing ship era, as well as capturing the folklore of sailors. He reflects on the life experiences that inspired his ballads, particularly his childhood memories and interactions with seasoned sailors. The beginning is rich with references to various sea songs and legends, setting the stage for an exploration of both maritime and American themes in a poetic format intertwined with historical anecdotes and personal memories. Leland emphasizes that these songs may not aspire to high poetry, but they are imbued with heartfelt stories that merit remembrance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSea poetry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50666
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