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To Barbara, and Other Verses
Paperback
Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781026038819
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 84
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
To Barbara, and Other Verses is a poignant collection of poetry by David Starr Jordan, the distinguished scientist and founding president of Stanford University. This volume gathers a selection of heartfelt verses that showcase a more intimate and contemplative side of Jordan's intellectual life. The centerpiece of the collection is the titular poem dedicated to his daughter, Barbara, reflecting on themes of loss, memory, and parental love.
Beyond these personal elegies, the book includes various other verses that touch upon nature, philosophy, and the human experience. Jordan's writing is characterized by its clarity and emotional resonance, offering readers a glimpse into the private thoughts of a man otherwise known for his major contributions to ichthyology and academia. These poems serve as a testament to the power of verse to capture the complexities of grief and the quiet beauty of the natural world. This collection remains a significant work for those interested in the literary output of prominent American figures of the early 20th century and for readers of classic American poetry.
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