Blue Grass Ballads And Other Verse (1900)

Blue Grass Ballads and Other Verse is a collection of poems written by William Lightfoot Visscher and published in 1900. The book is divided into two sections, with the first section containing ballads that are set in the Blue Grass region of Kentucky. These ballads are written in a traditional style and reflect the culture and history of the region, with themes of love, loss, and the beauty of the natural world.The second section of the book contains a variety of other poems, including sonnets, lyrics, and narrative poems. These poems cover a range of topics, from nature and the seasons to love and the human experience. Visscher's writing is characterized by a strong sense of imagery and a lyrical quality that makes his poems both accessible and evocative.Overall, Blue Grass Ballads and Other Verse is a charming collection of poetry that offers a glimpse into the beauty and culture of the Blue Grass region of Kentucky, as well as the wider human experience. Visscher's writing is both accessible and beautiful, making this book a must-read for anyone who loves poetry, nature, or the history of the American South.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.