A collection of the works of the nineteenth-century African American poet, whose dialetical style caused much controversy in the literary community
I's right well , I's glad to tell you ( dough dis climate ain't to blame ) , An ' I hopes w'en dese lines reach you , dat dey ' ll fin ' yo ' se'f de same . Cose I'se feelin kin ' o ' homesick - dat ' s ez nachul ez kin be , Wen a ...
The Complete Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar: With the Introduction to "Lyrics of Lowly Life,"
Dunbar is the first American Negro of pure African bloodto reveal innate distinction in literature; as W.D. Howells has said, to feel the Negro life esthetically and express it lyrically.
Lyrics of Love and Laughter
Majors and Minors: Poems
An intriguing array of poetry by the great nineteenth-century African-American poet includes examples of his plantation lyrics, dialect poetry, and other verses, representing the best works from his twelve collections of poetry. Original.
More than two dozen of Dunbar's poems are woven throughout this volume, illuminating the phases of his life and serving as examples of dialect, imagery, and tone.
Jarrett tells the fascinating story of how Dunbar, born during Reconstruction to formerly enslaved parents, excelled against all odds to become an accomplished and versatile artist.
This joyous celebration of Paul Laurence Dunbar illuminates the beauty of Dunbar's poems. Young readers will rejoice in this vibrant collection, which resounds with a music all its own. Here,...
The poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar on the topic of love. Also includes some biographical information on Dunbar.