The Old Timer (Classic Reprint): And Other Poems: And Other Poems (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A vivid collection that honors frontier life, Scottish heritage, and Western Canadian landscapes through accessible verse. This volume brings together poems that move from the old ways of the prairie and the Red River to the rising towns of the West, all told in a clear, resonant voice. With both nostalgic reflections and frontier pride, the poems celebrate travel, work, family, and memory, while opening a window onto a distinct regional culture.

- A mix of traditional and regionally flavored pieces, including Doric and Patois-influenced verse, that bridge old-country lore and Canadian life.
- Realistic portraits of settlers, fire fighters, miners, and outposts, all conveyed with accessible language and strong rhythm.
- The book’s structure spans multiple sections, featuring poems about the Old Timer, the prairie, and the Kootenay region, along with songs and dialect-poems.
- Moments of humor, patriotism, and quiet sorrow blend with celebration, giving readers a broad sense of the era and its people.

Ideal for readers of historical poetry, Canadian regional verse, and works that celebrate heritage with a straightforward, heartfelt voice.

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