What The Bullet Sang

What the Bullet Sang

by Bret Harte

This collection of poems by Bret Harte offers a unique blend of humor and tragedy. Taking inspiration from the American Civil War, Harte uses the conceit of a singing bullet to provide a biting commentary on the futility of war.

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Bret Harte

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Francis Brett Harte, better known as Bret Harte, was an American short story writer, poet, and essayist who emerged as a literary icon of the American West during the mid-19th century. His captivating...

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