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The Plea of the Midsummer Fairies
Hardcover
Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781023664523
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 232
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
“The Plea of the Midsummer Fairies†is a collection of poems by Thomas Hood, showcasing his Romantic style and imaginative storytelling. The collection includes the titular poem, a whimsical appeal from fairies facing the encroachment of the modern world, as well as “Hero and Leander, †a retelling of the classic Greek myth, and “Lycus the Centaur.†Hood's poems blend humor, pathos, and social commentary, offering readers a glimpse into the concerns and artistic sensibilities of the early 19th century. These poems explore themes of nature, love, loss, and the clash between tradition and progress, making them a compelling read for those interested in Romantic poetry and Victorian literature.
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