Phylactery
by John Hay
'Phylactery' Summary
The poems in "A Phylactery" by John Milton Hay cover a wide range of topics, from politics and diplomacy to personal experience and reflection. Hay's poems are often witty and satirical, and they offer a unique perspective on American history and culture. Some of the most famous poems in the collection include "Jim Bludso of the Prairie Belle," "Little Breeches," and "Banty Tim."Book Details
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sman and official whose career in government stretched over almost half a century. Beginning as a private secretary and assistant to Abraham Lincoln, Hay's highest office was Unite...
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