More in American

'More in American' is a compelling collection of poetry by John V. A. Weaver that captures the vibrant, gritty, and authentic spirit of early 20th-century America. Written in the distinctive vernacular of the common person, Weaver’s work eschews traditional poetic artifice in favor of the raw, rhythmic slang of the streets, shops, and urban neighborhoods. This collection serves as a linguistic time capsule, immortalizing the colloquialisms and social dynamics of the 1920s through poignant character sketches and evocative narratives. The poems within 'More in American' explore themes of love, loss, ambition, and the daily struggles of the working class, all voiced in a language that was, at the time of its publication, considered a radical departure from literary norms. By elevating the 'American' language to an art form, Weaver provides a unique window into the cultural identity and social landscape of a transforming nation. Readers interested in the evolution of American literature, linguistic history, and the evocative power of the common voice will find this work to be an essential and moving contribution to the American poetic canon. It remains a powerful testament to the beauty and depth found in the everyday speech of ordinary people.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.