The inalienable heritage, and other poems by Emily Lawless
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"The Inalienable Heritage, and Other Poems" by Emily Lawless is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century, reflecting deep emotional and intellectual ties to her Irish heritage and nature. Lawless, celebrated as one of Ireland's most significant female poets, channels her love for the Irish landscape and the struggles of her country throughout the verses. The book explores themes of memory, loss, resilience, and the spiritual connection to both
the land and its history. The collection is divided into several sections, each showcasing a variety of styles and topics. Lawless's work includes narrative poems such as "The Third Trumpet," which tells the poignant tale of a girl risking her life to fetch a priest for her dying mother, and evocative nature poems that highlight the beauty and harshness of the Irish landscape, like "From the Burren." Lawless’s poems also reflect her own battles with suffering and illness, often conveying a profound sense of yearning and introspection. Throughout the collection, her lyrical language and vivid imagery create a tapestry that weaves together personal and collective experiences, capturing the essence of a deeply felt connection to both her own heritage and the broader human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lawless, Emily, 1845-1913 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Sichell, Edith, 1862-1914 |
| Title | The inalienable heritage, and other poems |
| Original Publication | Suffolk: Privately Printed, 1914. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- Irish authors |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71914 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 317 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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