Original sonnets on various subjects; and odes paraphrased from Horace by Seward
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"Original Sonnets on Various Subjects; and Odes Paraphrased from Horace" by Anna Seward is a collection of poetry written in the late 18th century. This work showcases a series of original sonnets, primarily following traditional forms, alongside paraphrases of odes by the Roman poet Horace. The themes reflect on human experience, nature, memory, and love, capturing the emotional depth and beauty of the poetic form. The opening portion of the collection introduces
readers to the author’s intent, discussing the nature, structure, and challenges of writing sonnets. Seward emphasizes her commitment to following the sonnet form while exploring profound sentiments. The preface also addresses misconceptions about the suitability of the sonnet in English, refuting critics while advocating for the form's enduring relevance. The initial sonnets delve into themes of imagination, the contrast between present pain and future hope, and reflections on nature’s transient beauty, all framed within the formal constraints of the sonnet. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Seward, Anna, 1742-1809 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 32006965 |
| Title | Original sonnets on various subjects; and odes paraphrased from Horace |
| Credits |
Produced by Michael Roe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sonnets, English |
| Subject | Horace -- Adaptations |
| Subject | Laudatory poetry, Latin -- Adaptations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27663 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5583 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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