""The American West: A Treasury of Stories, Legends, Narratives, Songs and Ballads of Western America"" by William Targ is a comprehensive collection of tales and songs that capture the spirit and essence of the American West. The book is a tribute to the rich history, culture and traditions of the region, and features a wide range of stories, legends, narratives, songs and ballads that have been passed down through generations.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of life in the ...
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""The American West: A Treasury of Stories, Legends, Narratives, Songs and Ballads of Western America"" by William Targ is a comprehensive collection of tales and songs that capture the spirit and essence of the American West. The book is a tribute to the rich history, culture and traditions of the region, and features a wide range of stories, legends, narratives, songs and ballads that have been passed down through generations.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of life in the American West. These sections include stories of the pioneers and settlers who first explored and settled the region, tales of the Native American tribes who inhabited the land long before the arrival of the Europeans, and songs and ballads that capture the spirit of the people who lived and worked in the West.The stories in the book are told in a variety of styles, from traditional folk tales to more modern narratives, and are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring the characters and landscapes to life. The songs and ballads are presented in their original form, with lyrics and musical notation, and provide a unique insight into the musical traditions of the American West.Overall, ""The American West: A Treasury of Stories, Legends, Narratives, Songs and Ballads of Western America"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American West. It is a rich and varied collection that provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and experiences of the people who shaped this iconic region of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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