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LoC No.: 21009013

Title: Shylock reasons with Mr. Chesterton, and other poems

Note: Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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

Summary: "Shylock reasons with Mr. Chesterton, and other poems by Humbert Wolfe" is a collection of poems that was published in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of identity, religion, and the human condition, presenting a dialogue between historical and literary figures, including Shylock, a character from Shakespeare’s "The Merchant of Venice," and G.K. Chesterton, a renowned writer known for his commentary on social and religious issues. Wolfe's poetry often reflects on the complexities of human emotions and societal constructs, making it both reflective and provocative. The collection begins with the titular poem, where Shylock confronts Mr. Chesterton, emphasizing the enduring nature of prejudice and the shared suffering of both the Jewish community and Christians throughout history. Other poems in the anthology continue this exploration of historical and mythical themes, featuring figures like Pheidias, Paul the Apostle, and Cleopatra, each representing a unique reflection on love, loss, and the nature of existence. Wolfe's verses are rich in imagery and use a blend of classical references and modern sentiments, drawing readers into a dialogue about the struggles of humanity through time, merging personal and collective experiences into a tapestry of thought-provoking poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wolfe, Humbert, 1885-1940

EBook No.: 61440

Published: Feb 18, 2020

Downloads: 43

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.: 21009013

Title: Shylock reasons with Mr. Chesterton, and other poems

Note: Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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

Summary: "Shylock reasons with Mr. Chesterton, and other poems by Humbert Wolfe" is a collection of poems that was published in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of identity, religion, and the human condition, presenting a dialogue between historical and literary figures, including Shylock, a character from Shakespeare’s "The Merchant of Venice," and G.K. Chesterton, a renowned writer known for his commentary on social and religious issues. Wolfe's poetry often reflects on the complexities of human emotions and societal constructs, making it both reflective and provocative. The collection begins with the titular poem, where Shylock confronts Mr. Chesterton, emphasizing the enduring nature of prejudice and the shared suffering of both the Jewish community and Christians throughout history. Other poems in the anthology continue this exploration of historical and mythical themes, featuring figures like Pheidias, Paul the Apostle, and Cleopatra, each representing a unique reflection on love, loss, and the nature of existence. Wolfe's verses are rich in imagery and use a blend of classical references and modern sentiments, drawing readers into a dialogue about the struggles of humanity through time, merging personal and collective experiences into a tapestry of thought-provoking poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wolfe, Humbert, 1885-1940

EBook No.: 61440

Published: Feb 18, 2020

Downloads: 43

Language: English

Subject: English poetry -- 20th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.