Author |
Smith, Langdon, 1858-1908 |
Editor |
Haldeman-Julius, E. (Emanuel), 1888-1951 |
Title |
Poems of evolution
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Original Publication |
Girard: Haldeman-Julius Company, 1924.
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Series Title |
Little blue book ; no. 71
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Note |
Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
Carol Brown, Tim Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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Summary |
"Poems of Evolution" by Langdon Smith is a collection of poems that explores the theme of evolution through a creative lens, likely written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the philosophical and biological aspects of evolution, presenting them in a poetic format that merges science with artistic expression. The content reflects the growing interest in evolutionary theory during this time period, making it a significant work that captures both the scientific and existential musings of humanity's origins. In this collection, Smith, alongside other poets, articulates the journey of life from its simplest forms to complex beings, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living entities. Through vivid imagery and lyrical narratives, the poems encapsulate different stages of evolution, drawing from prehistoric times to modern existence. The verses reflect on themes of love, identity, and the continuity of existence, suggesting that the essence of life transcends individual lifetimes. The poems highlight the eternal cycle of life and death, as well as the unifying experience of evolution, beckoning readers to consider their place within the grand tapestry of life. (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 -- 19th century
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Subject |
Evolution -- Poetry
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
74934 |
Release Date |
Dec 19, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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