Enamels and Cameos and other Poems by Théophile Gautier
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"Enamels and Cameos" by Théophile Gautier is a collection of poems written during the mid to late 19th century. This anthology encompasses a wide variety of themes, ranging from the beauty of nature and love to reflections on art and mortality. Gautier, known for his contributions to the Romantic literary movement, intricately weaves emotion and vivid imagery throughout his work, showcasing his fascination with beauty in all its forms. The poems in
"Enamels and Cameos" reveal a profound engagement with aesthetic experience and the transience of life. In pieces like "The Poem of Woman" and "Symphony in White Major," Gautier explores the themes of beauty and desire, often personifying natural elements and employing rich metaphorical language. The collected works evoke a range of emotions, from nostalgia and loss in "Nostalgia of the Obelisks" to the joyous celebration of life in "Spring's First Smile." Overall, the poems reflect a deep appreciation for the sensory experiences of life, encapsulated in the elegant beauty of Gautier's verse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gautier, Théophile, 1811-1872 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Lee, Agnes, 1868-1939 |
| Title | Enamels and Cameos and other Poems |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%89maux_et_Cam%C3%A9es |
| Credits | Produced by Ruth Hart |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French poetry -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29521 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29521-3 |
| Release Date | Jul 27, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 819 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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