Dusty Lyrics (Classic Reprint)

Moses Mitchell Hodson

ISBN 10: 1331790174 / ISBN 13: 9781331790174

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a collection of poems that celebrates the simple joys and enduring values of rural life in early 20th-century America. The author, a self-taught poet who spent years working as a miller, draws inspiration from his own experiences and observations to craft verses that resonate with warmth, humor, and nostalgia. The poems offer glimpses into a bygone era, capturing the rhythms of nature, the bonds of family and community, and the enduring power of faith. Readers will encounter heartwarming portraits of everyday people, such as the devoted couple Ezra and Nancy, and the steadfast old-time Quakers, whose lives reflect the values of hard work, compassion, and resilience. Through evocative imagery and heartfelt storytelling, the author invites readers to reflect on themes of love, loss, gratitude, and the search for meaning in life. Whether celebrating the beauty of an autumn stroll, the comfort of a mother's lullaby, or the enduring power of hope, these poems offer timeless insights into the human experience. Ultimately, this book serves as a poignant reminder that the most profound joys in life often lie in the simplest of things, and that the values of faith, family, and community remain as relevant today as they were in the days of "Dusty Lyrics." This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331790174_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dusty Lyrics (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331790174
• ISBN 13: 9781331790174
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Poetry

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Synopsis

A lush collection of verse that blends nature, country life, and everyday wisdom for readers who love simple truths sung in song.

Dusty Lyrics gathers poems that move from the beauty of the natural world to humorous and heartfelt glimpses of rural life. The book pairs reverent reflections with playful humor, offering a window into the narrator’s observations, beliefs, and daily trials. It reads like a wandering soundtrack of memory and feeling, with each poem inviting a calm, attentive pause.

• Vivid nature imagery that celebrates seasons, weather, and the land.
• A mix of humor, folk wisdom, and moral reflection across many vignettes.
• A approachable, accessible rhythm that suits casual reading or thoughtful pause.
• An anthology feel with varied voices and topics, from work life to spiritual musings.

Ideal for readers who enjoy reflective poetry rooted in rural life and the cadence of everyday experience.