Short Flights by Meredith Nicholson
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About this eBook
| Author | Nicholson, Meredith, 1866-1947 |
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| LoC No. | 33039547 |
| Title | Short Flights |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) |
| Summary | "Short Flights" by Meredith Nicholson is a collection of poems written in the early 1890s. This book captures a range of emotions and contemplations on themes such as love, nature, and the human experience through elegant and lyrical verses. Nicholson's work reflects the sensibilities of the late 19th century, showcasing a romantic and introspective style that resonates with readers. The poems within "Short Flights" vary in tone and subject matter, exploring the beauty of nature, the pain of lost love, and the joys of friendship and companionship. With pieces like "A Secret" and "Good Night and Pleasant Dreams," Nicholson deftly takes readers through feelings of longing and contentment, ultimately revealing the complexities of human emotions. The work also highlights the significance of memory and reflection, as seen in poems that ponder life, death, and the passage of time. Overall, it presents a thoughtful collection that invites readers to pause and reflect on life's fleeting moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63973 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 42 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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