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LoC No.: 19016677

Title: Poems, 1908-1919

Note: Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by MWS, Bryan Ness, Chuck Greif and the Online
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Summary: "Poems, 1908-1919" by John Drinkwater is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures a rich tapestry of emotions and reflections on themes such as love, nature, memory, and the passage of time. Drinkwater’s verses express the beauty of the natural world, as well as the complexities of human experience, making the collection a poignant exploration of life and beauty. The opening portion of the collection introduces readers to Drinkwater’s lyrical style, where nature serves as a backdrop for introspection and contemplation. The poem "Reciprocity" begins with reflections on the moral qualities of nature, while "The Hours" captures serene moments where the noise of the world fades away, allowing personal thoughts and feelings to rise. Subsequent poems like "A Town Window" and "Mystery" evoke local landscapes, exploring themes of beauty amidst the mundane and the search for understanding in experiences that seem obscured. Altogether, this beginning sets the tone for a meditative journey, inviting readers to pause and reflect on the beauty that surrounds them and within themselves. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Drinkwater, John, 1882-1937

EBook No.: 51575

Published: Mar 27, 2016

Downloads: 96

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 20th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 19016677

Title: Poems, 1908-1919

Note: Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by MWS, Bryan Ness, Chuck Greif and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Summary: "Poems, 1908-1919" by John Drinkwater is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures a rich tapestry of emotions and reflections on themes such as love, nature, memory, and the passage of time. Drinkwater’s verses express the beauty of the natural world, as well as the complexities of human experience, making the collection a poignant exploration of life and beauty. The opening portion of the collection introduces readers to Drinkwater’s lyrical style, where nature serves as a backdrop for introspection and contemplation. The poem "Reciprocity" begins with reflections on the moral qualities of nature, while "The Hours" captures serene moments where the noise of the world fades away, allowing personal thoughts and feelings to rise. Subsequent poems like "A Town Window" and "Mystery" evoke local landscapes, exploring themes of beauty amidst the mundane and the search for understanding in experiences that seem obscured. Altogether, this beginning sets the tone for a meditative journey, inviting readers to pause and reflect on the beauty that surrounds them and within themselves. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Drinkwater, John, 1882-1937

EBook No.: 51575

Published: Mar 27, 2016

Downloads: 96

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 20th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.