The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson, With a Memoir by Arthur Symons by Dowson
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| Author | Dowson, Ernest Christopher, 1867-1900 |
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| Contributor | Symons, Arthur, 1865-1945 |
| Title | The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson, With a Memoir by Arthur Symons |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Summary | "The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson, With a Memoir by Arthur Symons" by Dowson is a collection of poetry and prose works, created during the late 19th century. This volume features a rich blend of Dowson's lyrical expressions, exploring themes of love, longing, and existential reflection, alongside a memoir that gives insight into his troubled yet passionate life. The collection presents the essence of Dowson’s poetic voice, filled with melancholy beauty, a fascination with youth, and the transient nature of love. The opening of this work introduces readers to the life and context of Ernest Dowson as portrayed in the memoir by Arthur Symons. It reflects on Dowson's legacy, highlighting his struggles with health and a yearning for connection, while also detailing his artistic journey, including his involvement with the Rhymers’ Club and his relationships. Symons paints a portrait of a sensitive man whose genius is intertwined with a perpetual search for love and beauty, often at odds with the heartaches resulting from unfulfilled desires. The memoir serves as a poignant prelude to the poems, offering a glimpse into the emotional landscape that informed Dowson's writing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Subject | Authors, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8497 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 12, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 193 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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