Sarah Emma Edmonds enlisted because she believed in the Union cause; Melverina Peppercorn joined to stay near her twin brother. Although women were not allowed to enlist as soldiers in the Civil War, many disguised themselves as men and fought anyway.

An ideal instructional text for any guitarist wanting to accompany singing. Each song contains a different strum pattern. In addition, the guitarist will play music in the keys of G, E minor, C, A minor, D, E, A, F, and D minor. Lead sheet format in standard notation.

An ideal instructional text for any banjoist wanting to accompany singing. Each song contains a different strum pattern. A variety of keys are studied and the student will gain versatility in playing chord progressions. The keys of G, E minor, C, A minor, D, E, A, F, and D minor are presented.

In Full Bloom is a celebration of mature women. Sharon Creeden draws on folktales to illuminate female heroism and life issues women face. Each folktale is paired with a vignette about a notable American woman.

(Guitar Chord Songbook). Here are the essentials you need to play 43 favorites from this folk trio melody, lyrics, and guitar chord diagrams. Includes: And When I Die * Blowin' in the Wind * Children, Go Where I Send Thee * Don't Think Twice, It's All Right * Goodnight, Irene * I Dig Rock and Roll Music * If I Had a Hammer (The Hammer Song) * Leaving on a Jet Plane * Puff the Magic Dragon * This Land Is Your Land * The Times They Are A-Changin' * We Shall Overcome * Wedding Song (There Is Love) * Where Have All the Flowers Gone? * and more.

"Join Peter Yarrow and sing along with this treasury of simple but memorable songs that have been cherished for generations"--P. [4] of book cover.

An extraordinary novel about a strong-willed woman who disguises herself as a man in order to fight beside her husband in the Civil War. Rosetta doesn't want her new husband, Jeremiah, to enlist, but he joins up, hoping to make enough money that they'll be able to afford their own farm someday. When Jeremiah leaves, Rosetta decides her true place is by his side, no matter what that means, and follows him into war. Rich with historical details and inspired by the many women who fought in the Civil War while disguised as men, I Shall Be Near To You is a courageous adventure, a woman's search for meaning and individuality, and a poignant story of enduring love.