The Love Sonnets of a Car Conductor

By Wallace Irwin

Book Overview

"The Love Sonnets of a Car Conductor" by Wallace Irwin offers a unique glimpse into early 20th-century American life through humorous poetry. This charming collection of sonnets provides a lighthearted take on the everyday experiences of a streetcar conductor, blending wit and observation in a delightful poetic form.

Irwin's work explores the world of railroads and streetcars with a distinctive voice, capturing the spirit of a bygone era. The poems offer a playful perspective on love, life, and the urban landscape. Readers will find amusement and insight in these verses, which cleverly combine the elevated language of sonnets with the mundane realities of public transportation.

A rediscovered treasure of American poetry, this collection is meticulously prepared for print republication, preserving its original charm and offering a glimpse into a specific moment in history. "The Love Sonnets of a Car Conductor" is sure to entertain anyone with an interest in humorous verse or the cultural history of American railroads.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023005425
• ISBN13: 9781023005425
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"