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Title: Kentucky Poems
Note: Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Kentucky Poems" by Madison Julius Cawein is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology showcases the poet's profound connection to the natural beauty of Kentucky, as well as his reflections on themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Emphasizing the lush landscapes and rich imagery characteristic of his home state, Cawein captures the essence of the regions he loves. The opening of "Kentucky Poems" presents a prologue that sets the tone for the collection, highlighting the unique voice of the poet and his deep appreciation for nature. We are introduced to a world where sounds of the natural environment—like the grasshopper's chirp or the whispering of the wind—speak of the seasons and evoke emotions tied to joy and sorrow. The collection’s initial verses evoke vivid scenes filled with flora and fauna, painting a portrait of a rural paradise tinged with nostalgia and longing. Overall, the beginning establishes a lyrical and contemplative atmosphere that resonates with those who seek beauty and meaning in the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cawein, Madison Julius, 1865-1914
Commentator: Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
EBook No.: 36661
Published: Jul 9, 2011
Downloads: 211
Language: English
Subject: Authors, American -- Kentucky
Subject: Poets, American -- Kentucky
Subject: Kentucky -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Kentucky Poems
Note: Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Garcia, Matthew Wheaton and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Kentuckiana Digital Library)
Summary: "Kentucky Poems" by Madison Julius Cawein is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology showcases the poet's profound connection to the natural beauty of Kentucky, as well as his reflections on themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Emphasizing the lush landscapes and rich imagery characteristic of his home state, Cawein captures the essence of the regions he loves. The opening of "Kentucky Poems" presents a prologue that sets the tone for the collection, highlighting the unique voice of the poet and his deep appreciation for nature. We are introduced to a world where sounds of the natural environment—like the grasshopper's chirp or the whispering of the wind—speak of the seasons and evoke emotions tied to joy and sorrow. The collection’s initial verses evoke vivid scenes filled with flora and fauna, painting a portrait of a rural paradise tinged with nostalgia and longing. Overall, the beginning establishes a lyrical and contemplative atmosphere that resonates with those who seek beauty and meaning in the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cawein, Madison Julius, 1865-1914
Commentator: Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
EBook No.: 36661
Published: Jul 9, 2011
Downloads: 211
Language: English
Subject: Authors, American -- Kentucky
Subject: Poets, American -- Kentucky
Subject: Kentucky -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.