This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 20002931
Title:
The Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge
with Introductions by Lord Dunsany
Note: Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon
in an extended version, also linking to free sources for
education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...)
Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.
Summary: "The Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge" by Francis Ledwidge is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures the essence of rural life, especially in Ireland, beautifully portraying the landscapes, folklore, and emotions tied to nature and love. Ledwidge’s poetry often reflects a deep connection to the Irish countryside and the simple yet profound feelings that arise from it. The opening of the collection sets the stage with a laudatory introduction from Lord Dunsany, who expresses admiration for Ledwidge's work and his ability to encapsulate the beauty of the world in his poetry. Dunsany describes Ledwidge as a poet whose verses emerge remarkably from the rich vernacular of the Irish countryside. The initial poems reveal Ledwidge's fascination with nature and the changing seasons, filled with imagery of blackbirds, flowers, and the poignant nuances of rural life. Fluctuating between themes of love, loss, and the serenity of the natural world, the opening portion invites readers into a reflective, emotive journey through Ledwidge's pastoral landscape, underscoring his unique voice as a poet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ledwidge, Francis, 1887-1917
Editor: Dunsany, Lord, 1878-1957
EBook No.: 53621
Published: Nov 28, 2016
Downloads: 126
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
Subject: English poetry -- Irish authors
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 20002931
Title:
The Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge
with Introductions by Lord Dunsany
Note: Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon
in an extended version, also linking to free sources for
education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...)
Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.
Summary: "The Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge" by Francis Ledwidge is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures the essence of rural life, especially in Ireland, beautifully portraying the landscapes, folklore, and emotions tied to nature and love. Ledwidge’s poetry often reflects a deep connection to the Irish countryside and the simple yet profound feelings that arise from it. The opening of the collection sets the stage with a laudatory introduction from Lord Dunsany, who expresses admiration for Ledwidge's work and his ability to encapsulate the beauty of the world in his poetry. Dunsany describes Ledwidge as a poet whose verses emerge remarkably from the rich vernacular of the Irish countryside. The initial poems reveal Ledwidge's fascination with nature and the changing seasons, filled with imagery of blackbirds, flowers, and the poignant nuances of rural life. Fluctuating between themes of love, loss, and the serenity of the natural world, the opening portion invites readers into a reflective, emotive journey through Ledwidge's pastoral landscape, underscoring his unique voice as a poet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ledwidge, Francis, 1887-1917
Editor: Dunsany, Lord, 1878-1957
EBook No.: 53621
Published: Nov 28, 2016
Downloads: 126
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
Subject: English poetry -- Irish authors
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.