| Author |
Cather, Willa, 1873-1947 |
| Title |
April twilights, and other poems
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_Twilights
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"April Twilights, and Other Poems" by Willa Cather is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This book comprises two parts: the first part, originally published in 1903, features Cather's early works, while the second part includes poems composed later. The themes explored in this collection revolve around nature, human emotion, nostalgia, and the fleeting essence of beauty and love. The poems in "April Twilights" reflect a rich tapestry of feelings and imagery, capturing moments of personal introspection and broader social observations. Through verses such as "Grandmither, Think Not I Forget" and "The Swedish Mother," Cather evokes a sense of longing for the past and the tenderness of familial connections. Many poems explore the contrasts between beauty and decay, as seen in pieces like "Poppies on Ludlow Castle," where vibrant imagery of nature is juxtaposed against the somber realities of mortality and loss. Cather's lyrical style and thoughtful exploration of universal themes make this collection resonate with readers who appreciate reflective and emotionally charged poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64318 |
| Release Date |
Jan 17, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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