Nantucket windows by Edwina Stanton Babcock
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| Author | Babcock, Edwina Stanton, 1875-1965 |
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| LoC No. | 25000377 |
| Title | Nantucket windows |
| Original Publication | Nantucket Island: The Inquirer and Mirror Press, 1924. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Chuck Greif & The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Nantucket Windows" by Edwina Stanton Babcock is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. The work explores the charm and beauty of Nantucket Island, focusing on its landscapes, the lives of its inhabitants, and various themes of nature, nostalgia, and human connection. Through vivid imagery and lyrical expression, Babcock captures the essence of life on the island, inviting readers to revel in its captivating atmosphere. The opening of the collection presents the reader with a series of poetic pieces that evoke the enchanting qualities of Nantucket. The titular poem "Nantucket Windows" sets the tone by illustrating the warm glow of island homes against the backdrop of night, symbolizing the dreams and sorrows contained within. This is followed by other poems like "Dock Drama" and "Ghost House," which delve into the daily lives of the islanders and their connection to both nature and memory. Through a mix of whimsical and melancholic reflections, the opening portions beautifully weave together the themes of change, remembrance, and the unique spirit of Nantucket. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 20th century |
| Subject | Nantucket Island (Mass.) -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74230 |
| Release Date | Aug 11, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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