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Title: Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Note: Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition by David Price
Summary: "Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. This work encompasses various themes, from love and beauty to social justice and the human condition, reflecting Wilde’s keen observations and exquisite literary style. The poems feature a range of subjects, including personal emotions, political reflections, and intricate imagery, showcasing his distinctive voice and artistry. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Wilde's lyrical prowess through a series of poignant verses. The first poem, "Hélas!", reflects a sense of melancholic reflection on lost wisdom and the passage of time. It explores themes of personal struggle and longing for deeper meaning. Following this, "Eleutheria" contains verses that engage with concepts of liberty and the dichotomy of love and pain, hinting at Wilde's complex relationship with societal ideals and personal desires. As the reader progresses through the text, they are invited into a world where the beauty of nature, the tragedy of loss, and the quest for identity intertwine beautifully, setting the stage for the rich and multifaceted poems that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900
EBook No.: 1057
Published: Oct 1, 1997
Downloads: 5112
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
Subject: Prisons -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol
Note: Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition by David Price
Summary: "Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. This work encompasses various themes, from love and beauty to social justice and the human condition, reflecting Wilde’s keen observations and exquisite literary style. The poems feature a range of subjects, including personal emotions, political reflections, and intricate imagery, showcasing his distinctive voice and artistry. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Wilde's lyrical prowess through a series of poignant verses. The first poem, "Hélas!", reflects a sense of melancholic reflection on lost wisdom and the passage of time. It explores themes of personal struggle and longing for deeper meaning. Following this, "Eleutheria" contains verses that engage with concepts of liberty and the dichotomy of love and pain, hinting at Wilde's complex relationship with societal ideals and personal desires. As the reader progresses through the text, they are invited into a world where the beauty of nature, the tragedy of loss, and the quest for identity intertwine beautifully, setting the stage for the rich and multifaceted poems that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900
EBook No.: 1057
Published: Oct 1, 1997
Downloads: 5112
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
Subject: Prisons -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.