Lyrics of Lowly Life
by Paul Laurence Dunbar
with an Introduction by W. D. Howells
Publisher: Dodd, Mead, and Company, New York
1903
Copyright 1895, 1896 by The Century Company.
Copyright 1896, by Dodd, Mead, and Company.
University Press: John Wilson and Son, USA
(Third Edition)
NOTE: The front book cover is detached from the binding
NOTE: The back book cover has significant tape on the inside binding
NOTE: Prior ownership has their ex-libris sticker on the front cover page, “Library of Sarah D Gray SDG”
NOTE: Prior inscription “$10”
"Lyrics of Lowly Life" is a collection of poems by Paul Laurence Dunbar, featuring an introduction by William Dean Howells. The collection showcases Dunbar's versatility, encompassing both standard English verse and dialect poems that capture the rhythms and vernacular of African American speech. Dunbar explores themes of love, nature, faith, and the experiences of African Americans in the late 19th century, offering a poignant and multifaceted portrayal of their lives and struggles. The collection's significance lies in its artistic merit and its contribution to American literature by providing a powerful voice for a marginalized community.
Paul Laurence Dunbar was an influential African American poet, novelist, and short story writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His achievements include becoming one of the first African American writers to gain national and international recognition. Dunbar's work, including "Lyrics of Lowly Life," broke ground by exploring the complexities of African American identity and experience. His use of dialect poetry, while sometimes controversial, was a significant artistic choice that captured the richness and expressiveness of African American language. Dunbar's literary contributions paved the way for future generations of African American writers and solidified his place as a major figure in American literature.
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