Cowboy songs, and other frontier ballads by Lomax, Roosevelt, and Wendell
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"Cowboy Songs and Other Frontier Ballads" by Various is a collection of folk songs and ballads that captures the essence of American cowboy culture during the late 19th to early 20th century. This anthology reflects the life, struggles, and emotions of cowboys, detailing their adventures, heartaches, and the rugged landscape of the West. The songs illustrate the camaraderie among cowboys, their love for freedom, and the challenges they faced in their profession.
The opening portion of the collection features an introduction that highlights the importance of preserving these ballads as a vital part of American folklore. It discusses the influence of the Anglo-Saxon ballad tradition in the Southwest and how these songs were created and passed down through oral recital among cowboys and other frontier folk. Notable themes include love, loss, the cowboy’s relationship with nature, and the rough lifestyle associated with cattle herding. Through the vivid imagery and emotional depth of the lyrics, readers gain insight into the unique spirit of the cowboy, who captivates through both his bravery and vulnerability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Lomax, John Avery, 1867-1948 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
| Author of introduction, etc. | Wendell, Barrett, 1855-1921 |
| Title | Cowboy songs, and other frontier ballads |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. Music transcribed by Linda Cantoni, Joyce Wilson, Espe (Nada Prodanovic), and the PG Finale Project Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | M: Music |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Ballads, English -- West (U.S.) |
| Subject | Cowboys -- Songs and music |
| Subject | Folk songs, English -- West (U.S.) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21300 |
| Release Date | May 4, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 11, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 11652 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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