Behind the Arras: A Book of the Unseen by Bliss Carman
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"Behind the Arras: A Book of the Unseen" by Bliss Carman is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. This work reflects the themes of imagination, memory, and the interplay between the seen and unseen, capturing the essence of human experience and emotional depth. The poems within this collection explore a range of contemplative subjects, often addressing the nature of existence and the ephemeral quality of life. Through metaphorical
language and vivid imagery, Carman reflects on the connections between the self and the other, the physical world and the spiritual realm, and the transient nature of time and its effects on memory and love. Each poem, from "The Moondial" to "Exit Anima," invites readers to ponder the mysteries of life and the beauty found within both joy and sorrow, proving to be a rich tapestry that resonates with the quest for understanding amidst the unseen forces that shape our lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Carman, Bliss, 1861-1929 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Meteyard, Thomas Buford, 1865-1928 |
| Title | Behind the Arras: A Book of the Unseen |
| Note | Illustrations from the second (1899) edition |
| Credits |
Produced by Louise Hope, Thierry Alberto and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions (www.canadiana.org)) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18242 |
| Release Date | Apr 24, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 356 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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