Verses by Edith Wharton
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About this eBook
| Author | Wharton, Edith, 1862-1937 |
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| Title | Verses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, Mary Glenn Krause, MFR, University of South Carolina and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Verses by Edith Wharton" is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. The book presents a variety of themes exploring love, nature, and the human experience, showcasing Wharton's early literary voice before her more widely recognized novels. Through lyrical expressions, the poems capture moments of beauty and introspection, reflecting an appreciation for both the external world and internal emotions. The collection includes sonnets, ballads, and lyrical poems that delve into various subjects, such as the seasons, the complexities of love, and contemplations on life and death. In pieces like "Le Viol d’Amour" and "Spring Song," Wharton beautifully conveys the joy and mystery of love and nature, while in poems like "The Last Token" and "June and December," she reflects on the transient nature of life and the bittersweet memories of youth. The work as a whole epitomizes Wharton's graceful command of language and her ability to evoke profound feelings through her reflections on personal and universal themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55807 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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