Laments by Jan Kochanowski
"Laments" by Jan Kochanowski is a poignant collection of lyrical poetry written during the Renaissance era, specifically in the late 16th century. This work serves as a heartfelt elegy for Kochanowski's beloved daughter, Ursula, who tragically passed away at just thirty months old. The poems express deep personal grief and lamentation while exploring themes of loss, mortality, and the search for solace in the face of sorrow. Throughout "Laments," Kochanowski conveys his
anguish through a series of sincere and reflective verses, where he addresses both human suffering and the fleeting nature of life. Each lament grapples with the emotions stemming from Ursula's untimely death, illustrating the father's profound sense of loss and yearning for his child. He draws upon classical references and Stoic philosophy while expressing the rawness of his grief, ultimately infusing these verses with a sense of Christian hope. The collection captures a universal human experience, making it not only a personal tribute but also a meditation on the complexities of love and grief that resonate across time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kochanowski, Jan, 1530-1584 |
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| Translator | Prall, Dorothea |
| LoC No. | 23027015 |
| Title | Laments |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laments_(Kochanowski) |
| Credits |
Produced by Jimmy O'Regan (Produced from images generously made available by Columbia University Libraries) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Bereavement -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27179 |
| Release Date | Nov 6, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 196 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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