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Ye book of Copperheads

By Charles Godfrey Leland
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A compact collection of satirical poems and epigrams that skewers peace Democrats labeled Copperheads. Through terse rhymes, parodic echoes of Shakespeare, playful couplets, and sharp caricature, the pieces ridicule antiwar arguments, lampoon prominent figures, and contrast patriotic sentiment with suspected disloyalty. Favoring brisk, humorous verse and topical allusion over sustained narrative, the work aims to provoke laughter and partisan indignation while showcasing wordplay, theatrical parody, and short, punchy satirical sketches.

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Charles Godfrey Leland

Charles Godfrey Leland was an American author, folklorist, and humorist, known for his diverse contributions to literature and culture in the 19th century. He is particularly recognized for his works on folklore and the Romani culture, as seen in titles like "The English Gipsies and Their Language" and "Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling." Leland also explored themes of American history and mythology, notably in "Abraham Lincoln and the Abolition of Slavery in the United States." His literary style often blended humor with a deep appreciation for the oral traditions of various cultures, making him a unique figure in American literary heritage.

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