Abstract
Examines the lyrics and structure of the song 'On the Banks of the Wabash, Far Away,' written by Theodore Dreiser and Paul Dresser. Comparison of Wabash with other similar songs; Information on the dummy lyrics; Connection of lyrical content with a listener's understanding of a song; Characteristic of popular song.
Original language | American English |
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Journal | Dreiser Studies |
Volume | 30 |
State | Published - 1999 |
Keywords
- American Popular Song
- Collaboration
- Paul Dresser
- Theodore Dreiser
Disciplines
- Literature in English, North America