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Title: Wild Flowers; or, Pastoral and Local Poetry

Note: Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Charles Bidwell and Distributed Proofreaders

Summary: "WILD FLOWERS; OR, PASTORAL AND LOCAL POETRY" by Robert Bloomfield is a collection of pastoral poetry that reflects on rural life, nature, and human experiences, written during the early 19th century. Bloomfield, known for works such as "The Farmer's Boy," uses this collection to explore themes of love, labor, and local customs, often depicting the lives of ordinary people in a village setting. It captures the essence of rural life in an era characterized by the transition from agrarian societies to industrialization. The poems in this collection tenderly illustrate various aspects of country life, infused with humor and poignant reflections. Through characters such as Abner, who seeks to court the Widow Jones, and the poignant tales of love, labor, and familial bonds, Bloomfield captures the simplicity and challenges of rural existence. Other pieces address societal traditions and personal struggles, such as the heartwarming ballad of a blind child who brings joy through his spirit despite his challenges. Each poem contributes to a vivid portrayal of pastoral living, revealing the beauty and complexity of life in the countryside, while also championing virtues such as love, loyalty, and resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bloomfield, Robert, 1766-1823

EBook No.: 9094

Published: Oct 1, 2005

Downloads: 152

Language: English

Subject: Pastoral poetry, English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Wild Flowers; or, Pastoral and Local Poetry

Note: Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Charles Bidwell and Distributed Proofreaders

Summary: "WILD FLOWERS; OR, PASTORAL AND LOCAL POETRY" by Robert Bloomfield is a collection of pastoral poetry that reflects on rural life, nature, and human experiences, written during the early 19th century. Bloomfield, known for works such as "The Farmer's Boy," uses this collection to explore themes of love, labor, and local customs, often depicting the lives of ordinary people in a village setting. It captures the essence of rural life in an era characterized by the transition from agrarian societies to industrialization. The poems in this collection tenderly illustrate various aspects of country life, infused with humor and poignant reflections. Through characters such as Abner, who seeks to court the Widow Jones, and the poignant tales of love, labor, and familial bonds, Bloomfield captures the simplicity and challenges of rural existence. Other pieces address societal traditions and personal struggles, such as the heartwarming ballad of a blind child who brings joy through his spirit despite his challenges. Each poem contributes to a vivid portrayal of pastoral living, revealing the beauty and complexity of life in the countryside, while also championing virtues such as love, loyalty, and resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bloomfield, Robert, 1766-1823

EBook No.: 9094

Published: Oct 1, 2005

Downloads: 152

Language: English

Subject: Pastoral poetry, English

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.