An Old Sweetheart of Mine by James Whitcomb Riley
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"An Old Sweetheart of Mine" by James Whitcomb Riley is a collection of nostalgic poems written during the late 19th century. This evocative work reflects on themes of love, memory, and the bittersweet nature of reminiscence. Through the lens of Riley's lyrical style, the verses serve as a tribute to a cherished youthful romance, blending the past with present sentiments. The collection features a series of reflective poems that explore the speaker's
memories of a beloved sweetheart from childhood. Riley artfully weaves imagery of innocence, affection, and the passage of time, conjuring scenes of playful interactions and tender moments shared with the young love. As the speaker reminisces about their shared dreams and the simple joys of youth, there is a poignant contrast between those blissful days and the reality of the present. Ultimately, while the memories stir feelings of longing, the poems also celebrate the enduring power of love, culminating in a heartfelt acknowledgment of the speaker's present relationship, where the essence of the old love is embraced in the warmth of the new. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Riley, James Whitcomb, 1849-1916 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Christy, Howard Chandler, 1873-1952 |
| Illustrator | Keep, Virginia, 1878-1962 |
| Title | An Old Sweetheart of Mine |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Love poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24331 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24331-3 |
| Release Date | Jan 16, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 613 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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