Ye Book of Copperheads

A kaleidoscopic collage of verse and prose, this work stitches together a chorus of biting satirical snapshots from a turbulent era. Fragmented poems echo Shakespearean lines while lampooning the Copperhead faction, war‑torn soldiers, and the fevered politics of abolition and union. The language swings between mordant wit and vivid, almost surreal imagery—snakes crushing boots, dragons leaving cursed eggs, and restless giants wrestling serpents—creating a lively, if chaotic, portrait of a nation in conflict.

Listening feels like wandering through a bustling tavern of 19th‑century voices, each offering a sharp, rhythmic commentary on loyalty, dissent, and the absurdities of power. The piece’s off‑beat structure invites you to pause, smile, and reflect on how history’s heated debates still reverberate today. It’s a compelling blend of humor and history that rewards attentive ears with fresh perspectives on familiar struggles.