| Author |
Frost, Robert, 1874-1963 |
| Title |
A Boy's Will
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| Contents |
Into my own -- Ghost house -- My November guest -- Love and a question -- A late walk -- Stars -- Storm fear -- Wind and window flower -- To the thawing wind -- A prayer in spring -- Flower-gathering -- Rose pogonias -- Asking for roses -- Waiting afield at dusk -- In a vale -- A dream pang -- In neglect -- The vantage point -- Mowing -- Going for water -- Revelation -- The trial by existence -- In equal sacrifice -- The tuft of flowers -- Spoils of the dead -- Pan with us -- The demiurge's laugh -- Now close the windows -- A line-storm song -- October -- My butterfly -- Reluctance.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Reed, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Boy's Will" by Robert Frost is a collection of poems written during the early 20th century. The book reflects the thoughts and observations of a young man as he navigates the complexities of life, love, nature, and the passage of time. It captures a journey of introspection and emotional growth, portraying a deep connection with the natural world and the contemplative moments that define youth. The poems in "A Boy's Will" are rich with imagery and explore themes of longing, solitude, and the interplay between nature and human emotions. In pieces like "Into My Own" and "My November Guest," the speaker grapples with feelings of isolation and the allure of nature's beauty, while poems such as "Love and a Question" and "A Late Walk" delve into the complexities of love and the bittersweet nature of relationships. Throughout the collection, Frost’s vivid descriptions and contemplative tone invite readers to reflect on their own experiences and the universal journey of growing up, making the poems relatable and timeless. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3021 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 27, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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