By the Aurelian Wall, and Other Elegies by Bliss Carman
"By the Aurelian Wall, and Other Elegies" by Bliss Carman is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of nature, mortality, and the human experience, often reflecting on the lives and legacies of notable figures. Through elegant language and vivid imagery, Carman captures a sense of longing and introspection, inviting readers to consider the ephemeral nature of life and beauty. The content of the collectionvaries, featuring poems that pay homage to historical figures such as John Keats, Richard Lovelace, and Robert Louis Stevenson, as well as lamenting the transient moments of existence. The poems evoke a rich tapestry of emotions, meditating on the connection between humanity and the natural world. Carman's lyrical style draws readers into his reflections, using nature as a backdrop for deeper philosophical inquiries. The elegies convey both a sense of loss and the enduring beauty that persists, encouraging a contemplation of life’s ultimate journey and the memories we leave behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Carman, Bliss, 1861-1929 |
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| Title | By the Aurelian Wall, and Other Elegies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Canadian poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53053 |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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