Bread and Circuses by Helen Parry Eden

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Author Eden, Helen Parry, 1885-1960
LoC No. 13025010
Title Bread and Circuses
Note Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Tim Lindell, Paul Marshall, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Bread and Circuses" by Helen Parry Eden is a collection of poetic works written in the early 20th century. The poems encapsulate themes of childhood, nature, and the passage of time, often portraying the experience of a mother and her daughter, Betsey-Jane, in a reflective and tender manner. Eden's verses explore the beauty of everyday moments, blending personal anecdotes with inspiration drawn from the natural world. The opening of this collection introduces readers to the serene landscape along the Romsey road, where a brook meanders, creating a picturesque setting filled with imagery of nature and childhood innocence. The narrator recounts a moment spent with Betsey-Jane, emphasizing their bond as they admire the brook's shimmering water and the playful trout within it. As the poems progress, the reader encounters whimsical characters, reflections on love and loss, and depictions of life's simple joys, setting the tone for a collection rich in emotional depth and lyrical beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry -- 20th century
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EBook-No. 61517
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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