| Author |
Jackson, Crawford |
| LoC No. |
23011586
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| Title |
Near Nature's Heart; A Volume of Verse
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Near Nature's Heart; A Volume of Verse" by Crawford Jackson is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The verses explore themes of nature, beauty, and the connection between the human spirit and the natural world. Jackson, through his lyrical expressions, invites readers to reflect on the magnificence of the environment and its profound impact on life and art. The opening of the volume introduces readers to the enchanting world of birds and their songs, capturing a vivid morning scene where various birds harmonize in what Jackson depicts as a joyful orchestra of nature. This lyrical celebration extends beyond mere observation, delving into philosophical musings on life, beauty, and the mysteries of existence, using vivid imagery and personification to bring the natural elements to life. The poem sets the tone for the collection, suggesting a deep reverence for the natural world and the lessons it offers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65571 |
| Release Date |
Jun 8, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 11, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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