Autumn Leaves by Ardelia Maria Cotton Barton
"Autumn Leaves" by Ardelia Maria Cotton Barton is a collection of poetic reflections written in the early 20th century. This work delves into themes of life, love, and the passage of time, capturing the essence of human emotions through various verses. The author invites readers to explore the beauty and complexity of life, with a focus on the transient nature of existence and an introspective journey through personal experiences. The opening of"Autumn Leaves" paints a vivid picture of the author's journey to recreate her work after losing her original manuscript in the Great Fire of 1906. In her preface, Barton expresses hope that her poetry may resonate with readers, akin to leaves pressed and preserved for contemplation. Following the preface and dedication to her mother, the collection introduces a diverse array of poems that contemplate themes such as mortality, love, and nature. Each poem offers an invitation for reflection, allowing readers to engage with profound questions about life, destiny, and the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Barton, Ardelia Maria Cotton, 1843- |
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| LoC No. | 2007530145 |
| Title | Autumn Leaves |
| Original Publication | United States: Press of Bruce Brough,1908. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 90.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67436 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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