A Lover's Litanies by Eric Mackay
"A Lover's Litanies" by Eric Mackay is a collection of lyrical poems written in the late 19th century. The book captures the essence of romantic longing and explores themes of love, desire, and unrequited passion through a series of poetic litanies. It reflects the emotional complexities of love and the yearning for connection, characteristic of literature from the Victorian era. The collection consists of ten distinct litanies, each expressing a different facetof love and devotion, ranging from the idealization of the beloved to the deep sorrow of unfulfilled desire. Throughout the verses, the speaker grapples with inner turmoil as they worship an unattainable figure, evoking powerful imagery and emotional depth. Mackay's rich language and evocative metaphors create a vivid exploration of the interplay between beauty and heartache, illustrating the transcendent power of love and its ability to inspire both ecstasy and despair. Each litany delves into the complexities of desire, presenting a poignant reflection on the nature of affection and the bittersweet experience of adoration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mackay, Eric, 1851-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Lover's Litanies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by K Nordquist, David T. Jones and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27971 |
| Release Date | Feb 3, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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