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Sanctuary: Sunshine House Sonnets
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025964683
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Sanctuary: Sunshine House Sonnets is a poignant and evocative collection of lyric poetry by the acclaimed Canadian poet Bliss Carman. Published in the final year of his life, this work reflects a profound sense of peace and spiritual repose, showcasing Carman's signature mastery of rhythm and his deep, enduring connection to the natural world.
Through the disciplined structure of the sonnet, Carman explores themes of inner sanctuary, the healing power of nature, and the quiet beauty found in everyday moments. The Sunshine House of the title serves as a metaphor for a place of light and refuge, where the soul finds harmony amidst the changing seasons and the passage of time. These poems represent a transition from the exuberant romanticism of his earlier vagabond verse toward a more contemplative and serene maturity.
As a significant contribution to early 20th-century Canadian literature, Sanctuary: Sunshine House Sonnets offers readers a timeless exploration of grace and tranquility. It remains a testament to Carman's legacy as one of Canada's most celebrated poets and his ability to capture the subtle nuances of the human spirit in relation to its environment.
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