Publisher's Synopsis
Songs of Two Peoples is a collection of poems written by James Whitcomb Riley and published in 1898. The book contains a series of poems that explore the cultural differences and similarities between African Americans and white Americans during the late 19th century. The poems are written in dialect, with Riley using the vernacular of both cultures to create a sense of authenticity and realism. The collection includes poems that celebrate the joys of life, such as love, family, and friendship, as well as poems that address the struggles and hardships faced by both African Americans and white Americans. Overall, Songs of Two Peoples is a powerful reflection of the social and cultural landscape of America during the late 19th century and offers a unique insight into the lives and experiences of two distinct communities.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.
