The Five Books of Youth by Robert Hillyer

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Author Hillyer, Robert, 1895-1961
Title The Five Books of Youth
Note Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Five Books of Youth" by Robert Hillyer is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love, nature, and mortality, capturing the essence of youth through lyrical reflections. Hillyer’s work is marked by a deep emotional resonance, where he reflects on both the beauty and fleeting nature of young life. This collection is divided into five distinct books, each showcasing Hillyer's ability to weave vivid imagery with profound emotional insights. The first book, "A Miscellany," consists of various poems that evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing, portraying moments of love and contemplation in settings infused with symbolism. The subsequent sections, "Days and Seasons," "Eros," "The Garden of Epicurus," and "Sonnets," further explore the passage of time and the interplay of desire and mortality. Hillyer’s use of nature as a backdrop highlights the connection between human experience and the cycles of the natural world. The verses convey a wistfulness for the past while celebrating the vibrant experiences of youth, making the collection both poignant and timeless. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Poetry
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EBook-No. 5425
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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