Poems of Rural Life in the Dorset Dialect by William Barnes

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Author Barnes, William, 1801-1886
Title Poems of Rural Life in the Dorset Dialect
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Summary "Poems of Rural Life in the Dorset Dialect" by William Barnes is a collection of pastoral poetry written in the late 19th century. The poems reflect the beauty of rural life in Dorset, capturing the seasons, local customs, and the joys and sorrows of country living, all rendered in the distinctive Dorset dialect. Through vivid imagery and rich language, Barnes aims to preserve the charm of the pastoral landscape and the experiences of its inhabitants. At the start of the collection, the author introduces his work with a heartfelt note to the reader, expressing his delight in capturing glimpses of life in Dorset. The opening poems celebrate the arrival of spring, exploring themes of renewal and happiness as nature awakens. In "The Spring," the joy of witnessing the seasonal changes is prominently featured, while "The Woodlands" reflects on childhood memories associated with the lush greenery. These introductory pieces set the tone for the collection, inviting readers to share in the nostalgia and beauty of rural life through the lens of the author's memories and observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Country life -- Poetry
Subject English language -- Dialects -- England -- Dorset -- Texts
Subject Dialect poetry, English -- England -- Dorset
Subject Dorset (England) -- Languages -- Dictionaries
Subject Dorset (England) -- Poetry
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