Mountain Idylls, and Other Poems by Alfred Castner King
"Mountain Idylls and Other Poems" by Alfred Castner King is a collection of lyrical poetry published in the early 20th century that reflects deep appreciation for nature and its profound impacts on the human spirit. The poems explore themes of beauty, solitude, and existential contemplation, often illustrated through vivid imagery of the Colorado mountains, highlighting an emotional connection to the natural world. The author, who faced the challenge of total blindness, infusedhis writings with rich descriptions and philosophical musings. The opening of this volume features a poignant preface where King shares his journey of becoming a poet, detailing the circumstances that led him to write despite his blindness. Born from personal tragedy, his work embodies a longing for beauty and understanding, revealing a sensitive exploration of both nature and human emotion. The poems introduce readers to the grandeur of mountain landscapes, the serenity of solitary moments, and reflections on life and death, captivating with their rhythmic flow and emotional depth. Overall, this introduction sets the stage for a reflective and inspiring reading experience that draws on elemental connections to the world around us. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | King, Alfred Castner, 1873-1941 |
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| Title | Mountain Idylls, and Other Poems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Ted Garvin, Karen Dalrymple and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13809 |
| Release Date | Oct 20, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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