RARE: 1907 LYRICS FROM COTTON LAND McNeill North Carolina dialect poetry rascist

Description: Lyrics From Cotton Land By John Charles McNeill’ Stone & Barringer; Charlotte, North Carolina; 1907 (First edition) John Charles McNeill’s poetry features the landscapes of the Sandhills of North Carolina. His work exemplifies the racist outlook of his time, origins, and social position and modern readers will find a number of them to be racially offensive. This book was published shortly after his untimely death in 1907. Unusual presentation in red "bandana" cloth with an oval illustration of a black woman on the front cover. 189 pages with an additional page of advertising. Red endpapers. Illustrated with drawings by A.B. Frost, E.W. Kemble, and photographs by Mrs. W.O. Kibble. RARE: 1907 LYRICS FROM COTTON LAND McNeill North Carolina dialect poetry rascist Click images to enlarge Description Lyrics From Cotton Land By John Charles McNeill’ Stone & Barringer; Charlotte, North Carolina; 1907 (First edition) John Charles McNeill’s poetry features the landscapes of the Sandhills of North Carolina. The settings for his poetry include Scotland, Richmond, Moore, Hoke, Cumberland, and Robeson counties. McNeill was skilled in the oral tradition of storytelling in regional dialect as well as in the use of conventional poetic forms. His work exemplifies the racist outlook of his time, origins, and social position and modern readers will find a number of them to be racially offensive. Because of his enormous popularity as a poet, achieved largely because of his regular contributions to The Charlotte Observer, he was elected a state legislator and was eventually named a Poet Laureate for the state. This book was published shortly after his untimely death in 1907. Unusual presentation in red "bandana" cloth with an oval illustration of a black woman on the front cover. 189 pages with an additional page of advertising. Red endpapers. Illustrated with drawings by A.B. Frost, E.W. Kemble, and photographs by Mrs. W.O. Kibble. Guarantee: We make every effort to describe our items as comprehensively and accurately as possible. It is up to you to ask questions prior to bidding - we will cheerfully answer all questions as quickly and completely as possible. Objects are sold in "as is" condition and we provide numerous pictures for your information. We offer refunds/returns if the item has been misrepresented or misdescribed and we will work with you in good faith to ensure your absolute satisfaction! The Fine Print. Please read! I normally ship at three times per week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. At end of auction, contact is expected within three days and payment is due within 5 days of auction close (10 for overseas bidders). Non-paying bidder notice after that time and item re-listed. Where possible, Delivery Confirmation (package tracking) is used and incorporated into the mailing price. Tracking is not available on international orders. Florida residents must pay 6% sales tax. I am not responsible for any accidents, injuries or other damages that arise out of the use or misuse of any item purchased. By bidding, each bidder agrees to release and hold the seller harmless from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind in connection with the auction or resulting from acceptance, possession, or use of any item including, without limitation, personal injury, death, property damage and claims based on publicity rights, defamation or invasion of privacy. By bidding, each bidder agrees to all terms and conditions stated here. Pictures sell! Auctiva Offers Free Image Hosting and Editing.300+ Listing Templates! Auctiva gets you noticed! The complete eBay Selling Solution. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's FREE Counter

Price: 48 USD

Location: Boca Raton, Florida

End Time: 2025-02-07T01:19:46.000Z

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