The Black Panther: A book of poems by John Hall Wheelock
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About this eBook
| Author | Wheelock, John Hall, 1886-1978 |
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| LoC No. | 22018921 |
| Title | The Black Panther: A book of poems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Black Panther: A Book of Poems" by John Hall Wheelock is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century, specifically in the 1920s. This literary work delves into themes of existential contemplation, love, sorrow, and the beauty and agony intertwined within the human experience. With a focus on the mystical interplay of life, death, and the search for meaning, Wheelock's poetry embodies a deep sensitivity to both personal and universal emotions. The poems within the collection vary in tone and subject matter but consistently reflect Wheelock's engagement with profound emotional landscapes. The titular poem, "The Black Panther," explores the idea of an inner turmoil represented by the caged panther, symbolizing unexpressed passion and relentless desire that exists within us all. Other poems, such as "Night Has Its Fear," confront the existential fears that accompany the night, while "Proud Doom" contemplates the tragic beauty of mortality. Through vivid imagery and lyrical craftsmanship, Wheelock crafts a meditative journey that resonates with the experiences of love, longing, loss, and the quest for understanding in an often indifferent universe. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63622 |
| Release Date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 47 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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