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Title: Memorial Day, and Other Verse (Original and Translated)

Note: Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Heather Clark, David E. Brown, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "Memorial Day, and Other Verse (Original and Translated)" by Helen Leah Reed is a collection of poetry published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1917. This book encompasses a range of poetic themes, including patriotism, remembrance of the brave, reflections on love, and the essence of life and death. As a dual collection of original works and translations, it captures the sentiments of its time, particularly reflecting on the impacts of war and the legacy of soldiers. The collection opens with a poignant tribute to soldiers, particularly through the piece "Memorial Day," which honors those who sacrificed their lives for their country. Reed’s poems depict a rich tapestry of emotions, from sorrow and pride to love and nostalgia. The verses explore the connections between the past and the present, emphasizing themes of freedom and unity, as seen in "Your Country and Mine." As a whole, the book serves both as a memorial to those who have served and a reflection on the enduring spirit of humanity amid the trials of war, making it a heartfelt read for anyone interested in themes of remembrance and the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Reed, Helen Leah, 1860?-1926

EBook No.: 36153

Published: May 18, 2011

Downloads: 73

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Memorial Day, and Other Verse (Original and Translated)

Note: Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Heather Clark, David E. Brown, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
book was produced from scanned images of public domain
material from the Google Print project.)

Summary: "Memorial Day, and Other Verse (Original and Translated)" by Helen Leah Reed is a collection of poetry published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1917. This book encompasses a range of poetic themes, including patriotism, remembrance of the brave, reflections on love, and the essence of life and death. As a dual collection of original works and translations, it captures the sentiments of its time, particularly reflecting on the impacts of war and the legacy of soldiers. The collection opens with a poignant tribute to soldiers, particularly through the piece "Memorial Day," which honors those who sacrificed their lives for their country. Reed’s poems depict a rich tapestry of emotions, from sorrow and pride to love and nostalgia. The verses explore the connections between the past and the present, emphasizing themes of freedom and unity, as seen in "Your Country and Mine." As a whole, the book serves both as a memorial to those who have served and a reflection on the enduring spirit of humanity amid the trials of war, making it a heartfelt read for anyone interested in themes of remembrance and the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Reed, Helen Leah, 1860?-1926

EBook No.: 36153

Published: May 18, 2011

Downloads: 73

Language: English

Subject: Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.