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Arcadian Leaves (1859)

Arcadian Leaves (1859)

Holmes, Alice A.

Paperback

Letters & Essays19th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1165307944
ISBN13: 9781165307944
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Arcadian Leaves is a collection of poems written by Alice A. Holmes and published in 1859. The book contains a total of 60 poems, each exploring different themes such as nature, love, and spirituality. The title of the book is a reference to the pastoral and idyllic world of Arcadia, which is often associated with a simpler and more innocent way of life. The poems in Arcadian Leaves are characterized by their romantic and sentimental tone, as well as their use of vivid and descriptive language. Many of the poems are inspired by the natural world, with Holmes depicting the beauty and wonder of the countryside in her verses. Other poems explore themes of love and relationships, with Holmes reflecting on the joys and sorrows of romantic love.In addition to her poetry, Holmes also includes a number of prose pieces in the book, including essays and short stories. These pieces offer insights into her views on a range of topics, from the role of women in society to the power of imagination and creativity.Overall, Arcadian Leaves is a charming and evocative collection of poetry and prose that captures the spirit of the mid-19th century. Holmes' writing is both romantic and introspective, offering readers a glimpse into the hopes, fears, and dreams of a bygone era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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