Psychologies by Sir Ronald Ross
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"Psychologies" by Sir Ronald Ross is a collection of poetic studies published during the early 20th century. This book presents a series of poetic explorations that engage with psychological themes and reflect on human experiences, emotions, and the nature of existence. It features five distinct pieces, each delving into various aspects of the human psyche, delivered through lyrical and dramatic verses. The collection opens with "Otho," where a soldier grapples with the
burden of leadership amid his soldiers' cries for battle, conveying deep reflections on honor, duty, and personal conviction. "The Triumph" introduces Theodora and Ostyn, who celebrate victory over oppression but also confront the weight of their actions. "Evil" takes a darker turn, exploring familial betrayal and moral decay through the interactions between Count Dansberg and his granddaughter. In "The Marsh," Melfort discovers a dying maiden, Evaïd, leading to a tense exploration of love intertwined with death. The concluding piece, "The Boy's Dream," presents a whimsical encounter between Oberon and Titania, allowing for a commentary on human folly through the lens of fairytale elements. Together, these studies weave a complex tapestry that reflects on the nuances of human emotion, morality, and the interplay between joy and sorrow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ross, Ronald, Sir, 1857-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | Psychologies |
| Contents | Otho -- The triumph -- Evil -- The marsh -- The boy's dream. |
| Credits |
Produced by David T. Jones, Mardi Desjardins, Ross Cooling & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at www.pgdpcanada.net from page images generously made available by the Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 94.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48485 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 362 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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