Poems By the Way by William Morris
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"Poems By the Way" by William Morris is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. The work reflects Morris's romantic sensibilities, encompassing themes of nature, love, and the interplay between reality and myth. It may appeal to readers who appreciate lyrical poetry that evokes strong emotions and vivid imagery. The opening of the volume introduces the poem "From the Upland to the Sea," where the speaker expresses a longing
for a shared moment with a beloved, wandering through nature as spring unfolds. The imagery captures the beauty of the changing seasons, highlighting the joy and melancholy intertwined with love. Following this, the excerpt transitions into "Of the Wooing of Hallbiorn the Strong," a narrative piece that tells the story of a character's pursuit of love against the backdrop of Icelandic lore. This mixture of personal reflection and storytelling sets a tone that invites readers to explore the broader explorations of human experience found throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Morris, William, 1834-1896 |
|---|---|
| Title | Poems By the Way |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1896 Longmans, Green and Co. edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 95.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3468 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 385 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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