Whipperginny by Robert Graves

"Whipperginny" by Robert Graves is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time of the 1920s. The book explores a variety of themes, including love, nature, and existential reflections, often influenced by the aftermath of World War I and the author’s personal experiences. Graves’s work is known for its lyrical quality and deep emotional resonance, capturing the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The collection features a diverse range of poems that delve into different aspects of life and human experience. For instance, in pieces like "The Bedpost" and "A Lover since Childhood," Graves reflects on love and intimacy through imaginative storytelling and vivid imagery. The poems also touch on psychological and philosophical themes, with a blend of wistfulness and introspection characterizing the later works. Through rich symbolism and a keen sense of observation, Graves invites readers to ponder the deeper meanings of love, pain, and the passage of time, making "Whipperginny" a reflective and engaging read for those interested in early 20th-century poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Graves, Robert, 1895-1985
Title Whipperginny
Credits Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English poetry -- 20th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 58642
Release Date
Last Update Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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