Immortal Songs of Camp and Field: The Story of their Inspiration together with Striking Anecdotes connected with their HistoryGood Press, 10. dets 2019 - 3532 pages Louis Albert Banks' 'Immortal Songs of Camp and Field' is a collection of stirring war poems that capture the essence of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism during times of conflict. Written in a style reminiscent of the Romantic poets, Banks brings to life the emotions and experiences of soldiers on the battlefield, as well as the loved ones left behind. This anthology serves as a testament to the power of poetry to commemorate and honor those who have fought for their country. It is a timeless work that resonates with readers of all ages and backgrounds, highlighting the universal themes of love, loss, and heroism. Louis Albert Banks, a minister and poet, drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations of war to create this compelling and poignant collection. His deep sense of empathy and understanding of human nature shines through in each poem, making 'Immortal Songs of Camp and Field' a deeply moving and thought-provoking read. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in exploring the emotional impact of war through the lens of poetry. |
Contents
THE FLAG OF OUR UNION | |
JOHN BROWNS BODY | |
DIXIE | |
Immortal Songs of Camp and Field | |
TENTING ON THE OLD CAMP GROUND | |
JUST BEFORE THE BATTLE MOTHER | |
MARCHING THROUGH GEORGIA | |
THE OLD FOLKS AT HOME | |
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Advance the flag Albert Pike American Anacreon in Heaven arms army band battle cry bears a plant Becket body lies mouldering born Boston boys brave Britannia Brown’s body lies Columbia be slaves composed copy cry of Freedom Emmett father flag of Dixie Fort McHenry France Freedom reigns to-day glory hallelujah grave Hail Columbia heart Highland laddie honor Hopkinson Hurrah Hutchinson inspiring John Brown song John Brown’s body Joseph Hopkinson liberty marching through Georgia Maryland Max Schneckenburger melody nation ne’er never night O’er the land ocean old camp ground patriotic poem popular Rhine rolls its waves sang Shouting the battle sing soldiers sons of Columbia soul is marching South Southern stanza Star-Spangled Banner stars sung Table of Contents Theater thee THOMAS À BECKET tune of Yankee Union forever union of lakes verse Washington wave O’er words written wrote Yankee Doodle