The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume 1 (of 5) by Madison Julius Cawein
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"The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume 1 (of 5)" by Madison Julius Cawein is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the late 19th century. This volume specifically includes nature-themed verses and old-world idylls, showcasing Cawein's deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world and elements of mysticism. The poetry reflects a Romantic sensibility, emphasizing emotion and the serene aspects of nature, which is evident through various themes and styles. The
opening of this collection presents a detailed preface and introduction that set the stage for the poems to follow. In the introduction, the author and literary critic Edmund Gosse outlines the unique position Cawein holds in American poetry amid a landscape lacking serious lyrical talent. Gosse describes Cawein's deep connection to Kentucky, where the poet draws inspiration from his surroundings, celebrating its natural beauty through vivid imagery. The beginning also reveals Cawein's intent to preserve his best work while acknowledging the support of his contemporaries, which suggests a thoughtful approach to curating his poetry. The thematic exploration of identity, nature, beauty, and longing paves the way for the wistful and evocative poems within. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cawein, Madison Julius, 1865-1914 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928 |
| Illustrator | Pape, Eric, 1870-1938 |
| Title |
The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume 1 (of 5) Lyrics and old world idylls |
| Credits |
Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55049 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-55049-7 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 660 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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