Poems Of The Piasa (1896) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163936924)

""Poems of the Piasa"" is a collection of poetry written by Frank C. Riehl and published in 1896. The poems are inspired by the Piasa Bird, a legendary creature from Native American folklore that is said to have inhabited the bluffs along the Mississippi River in Illinois. The collection includes 26 poems, each with a unique perspective on the mythical creature and its impact on the surrounding landscape. Riehl's writing style is descriptive and emotive, capturing the beauty and mystery of the Piasa Bird and its surroundings. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the folklore and mythology of the American Midwest, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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.

Author: Frank C. Riehl
ISBN-10: 1163936928
ISBN-13: 9781163936924
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 178
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.54lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d