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Elegiac Sonnets And Other Poems

Elegiac Sonnets And Other Poems

Smith, Charlotte Turner

Hardcover

General Poetry

ISBN10: 1161429646
ISBN13: 9781161429640
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.98
Height: 0.38 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Elegiac Sonnets and Other Poems is a collection of poetry by Charlotte Turner Smith, originally published in 1784. The collection is divided into two parts, with the first section containing a series of sonnets that explore themes of grief, loss, and mortality. These poems are characterized by their melancholic tone and elegiac style, as Smith reflects on the passing of time and the inevitability of death.The second section of the book contains a variety of other poems, including odes, ballads, and lyrics. These poems cover a range of topics, from nature and beauty to love and politics. Many of the poems in this section are inspired by Smith's own experiences and personal relationships, and they showcase her skill as a writer and her ability to capture the emotional complexities of human experience.Throughout the collection, Smith's poetry is marked by her use of vivid imagery, rich language, and evocative descriptions. Her work is often praised for its sensitivity and depth, as well as its ability to speak to the universal human experience. Elegiac Sonnets and Other Poems remains a classic of English poetry and a testament to Smith's enduring legacy as a writer.OH, Hope! thou soother sweet of human woes. How shall I lure thee to my haunts forlorn? For me wilt thou renew the wither'd rose, And clear my painful path of pointed thorn? Ah, come sweet nymph! in smiles and softness drest, Like the young hours that lead the tender year.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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