Publisher's Synopsis
Lays of Chinatown and Other Verses is a collection of poems written by George MacDonald Major and first published in 1899. The book is divided into two sections, with the first section containing poems that explore the sights, sounds, and experiences of Chinatown in San Francisco. Major, who was a journalist and poet, spent a great deal of time in Chinatown and was fascinated by the culture and people he encountered there.The second section of the book contains a variety of poems on different subjects, including love, nature, and spirituality. Major's writing style is characterized by its vivid imagery, musicality, and emotional depth. His poems are often introspective, exploring the complexities of the human experience and the mysteries of the natural world.Overall, Lays of Chinatown and Other Verses is a unique and compelling collection of poetry that offers a glimpse into the life and culture of San Francisco's Chinatown at the turn of the 20th century, as well as a deeper exploration of the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
