Songs of the Sea and Lays of the Land

In "Songs of the Sea and Lays of the Land," Charles Godfrey Leland intricately weaves together ballads and verses that celebrate the maritime and terrestrial landscapes of America. This collection showcases Leland's keen ear for rhythm and his deep appreciation for folk traditions, reflecting the spirit of the 19th-century literary revival that sought to reconnect with the oral histories of the pa...