| Author |
Squire, John Collings, Sir, 1884-1958 |
| LoC No. |
20000936
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| Title |
Poems - First Series
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Poems - First Series" by Sir John Collings Squire is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This harmoniously assembled volume showcases the author’s reflections on nature, life, friendship, and the profound human experience, capturing both the beauty and the melancholy inherent in existence. Through a variety of themes and styles, Squire invites readers to introspect and contemplate their own feelings and observations about the world around them. The opening of this poetry collection includes a dedication that pays homage to the simplicity and sincerity of offering one's creativity as a harvest of thoughts and emotions. Following this, the preface elaborates on the anthology's composition, explaining it contains pieces from earlier volumes alongside new poems. The early selections convey rich imagery, such as the peace found in the night, the vibrant yet ephemeral charm of everyday life, and the contemplative processes that define human existence. These initial verses, steeped in vivid description and reflective musings, set the tone for what readers can expect as they delve further into Squire's poetic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37860 |
| Release Date |
Oct 26, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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