Heart Songs, Dear To The American People
Contributed by 20,000 People
And by them Contributed in the Search for Treasured Songs Initiated by the National Magazine
Published by The Chapple Publishing Company, Ltd., Boston
Expressly for World Syndicate Company, New York
Copyright 1909 by Chapple Publishing Company, Ltd., Boston
Preface Dated: Boston, 1909
WARNING: SENSITIVE MATERIAL INSIDE, regarding ethnic groups and hate speech. A song in particular repeats a foul hate word at least 18 times on one page alone. There may be other pages and song lyrics.
NOTE: The back pages of the book appear to be stained by a previously broken ink pen or sharpie. The staining only affects the last two pages, not the book. See photos for details.
NOTE: The back pages have child drawings of human faces in pencil
NOTE: Paper collectible included with sale:
“Diana, This book is 60 years old published in my birth year. Someday it may be valuable at any rate, it has some nice songs in it. I thought it might be interesting to you. Love Grama”
"Heart Songs, Dear to the American People" is a compilation of beloved songs contributed by 20,000 Americans, gathered through a search initiated by the National Magazine. This anthology represents a collective expression of American musical sentiment, encompassing a wide range of genres, from patriotic tunes and hymns to folk songs and popular melodies. The book serves as a cultural artifact, reflecting the musical tastes and emotional connections of early 20th-century Americans. It aimed to preserve and celebrate the songs that resonated deeply with the nation, creating a shared musical heritage for generations to come.
The Chapple Publishing Company, Ltd., under the direction of Joe Mitchell Chapple, achieved a significant cultural undertaking with the publication of "Heart Songs." Their achievement lies in the successful mobilization of a nationwide effort to collect and curate a representative selection of American musical favorites. Joe Mitchell Chapple, a prominent journalist and publisher, demonstrated a keen understanding of the power of music to unite and evoke shared emotions. His vision for "Heart Songs" resulted in a unique and valuable collection that captured the spirit of the American people through their cherished melodies. The book's enduring popularity testifies to Chapple's ability to tap into the collective memory and emotional landscape of the nation, creating a lasting legacy of American musical heritage.
Please review each photo carefully for wear and usage. This item came from a local estate sale and was in the previous owner's home office for many years. Send me a message if you have questions or would like additional photos.
