
SONGS OF THE ROAD - BY ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE
SONGS OF THE ROAD - By Arthur Conan Doyle - Garden City New York DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY 1911 - J. C. D. THIS-AND-ALL - February, 1911
FOREWORD
I. — NARRATIVE VERSES AND SONGS
SONGS OF THE ROAD
A HYMN OF EMPIRE - (Coronation Year, 1911)
SIR NIGEL'S SONG
THE ARAB STEED
A POST-IMPRESSIONIST
EMPIRE BUILDERS
A lively tapestry of verse unfolds, inviting listeners to travel the world through rhyme and song. From a stirring hymn that celebrates the unity of distant lands to intimate, tongue‑in‑cheek ballads about swords, horses, and daring hearts, the collection captures both grand patriotism and everyday humor. The poet’s keen eye for landscape—whether the rolling hills of England or the far‑flung horizons of the colonies—creates vivid backdrops for each piece, while a playful narrative voice adds a conversational charm.
Interwoven with the soaring chorus of empire are more personal sketches: a jaunty tavern tale about an exotic steed, a spirited plea for courage, and wistful reflections on loyalty and adventure. The rhythm and cadence vary from solemn anthem to lively, colloquial chant, offering a rich listening experience that feels both timeless and rooted in its early‑twentieth‑century origins. Whether you’re drawn to patriotic fervor or the simple joy of a well‑crafted rhyme, this anthology promises an engaging journey along the road of verse.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (62K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-06-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1859–1930
Best known for creating Sherlock Holmes, this Scottish writer and physician also wrote historical fiction, science fiction, and adventure stories that reached far beyond Baker Street. His work helped shape modern detective fiction and still feels lively, clever, and readable today.
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