Late Lyrics and Earlier, With Many Other Verses by Thomas Hardy

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Author Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928
Title Late Lyrics and Earlier, With Many Other Verses
Note Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Includes Hardy's Apology, " ... his most significant and extended utterance on poetry and criticism, ... "--R. L. Purdy. Thomas Hardy: a bibliographical study
Credits Transcribed from the 1922 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price
Summary "Late Lyrics and Earlier, With Many Other Verses" by Thomas Hardy is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century, reflecting the author's contemplations and observations shaped by the passage of time, personal experiences, and the tumult of the world around him. The collection includes both newly penned works as well as earlier verses that Hardy felt compelled to resurrect, providing insights into themes of love, loss, nature, time, and existential reflections that characterize Hardy's poetic voice. At the start of the collection, Hardy provides an "Apology," which serves as both an introduction and a preface to the reader, explaining the motivations behind publishing this assortment of verses. He expresses a sense of hesitation and vulnerability in bringing forth his works after a period of silence, acknowledging critiques of his previous writings while reaffirming his commitment to exploring profound and often troubling questions of existence. The opening lines of poetry introduce the reader to the elements of nature and personal encounters, revealing Hardy's deep emotional ties to both the beauty and melancholy of life, setting the stage for the themes that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 4758
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 18, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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