The wooden Pegasus by Edith Sitwell
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| Author | Sitwell, Edith, 1887-1964 |
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| LoC No. | 22015765 |
| Title | The wooden Pegasus |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Wooden Pegasus" by Edith Sitwell is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This book showcases Sitwell's distinctive style, characterized by rich imagery and a surreal touch. The likely theme of the work revolves around a blend of whimsical and darker elements, exploring human experiences and emotions through a fantastical lens. The poems within "The Wooden Pegasus" are varied in their settings and subjects, often merging mythological references with the mundane. Sitwell employs a playful yet poignant tone, using characters like clowns, satyrs, and other imaginative figures to express the complexities of life, death, and desire. From whimsical nursery songs to more serious contemplations on existence, the collection reflects a vivid tapestry of thoughts and emotions, inviting readers into her richly constructed worlds. Overall, the book captures a unique artistic voice that resonates with the tensions between joy and sorrow, reality and fantasy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62560 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 22, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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