Starved Rock by Edgar Lee Masters
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About this eBook
| Author | Masters, Edgar Lee, 1868-1950 |
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| LoC No. | 19017050 |
| Title | Starved Rock |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Starved Rock" by Edgar Lee Masters is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on themes of nature, human sorrow, and the passage of time, using the metaphor of Starved Rock, a significant geological feature in Illinois, to illustrate the struggles and the stories of both its native peoples and the ensuing generations. Through vivid imagery and a profound exploration of loss and memorial, the collection addresses multiple voices and perspectives, hinting at narrative depth and emotional resonance. The opening of the collection introduces Starved Rock as a powerful symbol of history, memory, and survival. The poem begins with a contemplative description of the rock itself, portraying it as a sentinel of time that has witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations, including the Illini people. The rock stands as a “cenotaph of sorrows," calling attention to the tragic events that unfolded around it. The text intertwines reflections on nature with the human condition, evoking a sense of nostalgia and loss as it recounts the struggles of the past, illustrating how these experiences shape the legacy that affects contemporary lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46197 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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