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Calverley, Charles Stuart
1831
1884
C. S. C.
Verses and Translations
Transcribed from the 1862 Deighton, Bell, and Co. edition by David Price
"Verses and Translations" by Charles Stuart Calverley is a collection of poetry and translations crafted during the late 19th century. It showcases a diverse range of themes, including longing, nostalgia, and youthful adventures, combined with an exploration of language through translations of classical works. The opening pages set a whimsical and reflective tone, inviting readers to engage with the author's introspective musings and humorous takes on life and love. At the start of the collection, the author introduces readers to his youthful affections and bittersweet memories, particularly focusing on a girl named Julia Goodchild, whose charm captivates the speaker's heart. The imagery evokes a sense of nostalgia as the speaker reminisces about their innocent days at a preparatory school. Alongside this personal narrative, Calverley also presents a lighthearted poem detailing the amusing mishaps of a high-spirited boy and the humorous dynamics of friendship amidst youthful rivalries, laying the foundation for a work that blends sentimentality with wit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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