Verses and Rhymes By the Way by Norah
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"Verses and Rhymes By the Way" by Nora Pembroke is a collection of poems likely written in the late 19th century. The work showcases a variety of themes, including love, loss, nature, and reflections on life, particularly focusing on the experiences and emotions of individuals in the Canadian landscape intertwined with references to Irish heritage. The opening portion introduces a narrative poem titled "A Story of Plantagenet," where the scene is set
in the Village of St Joseph near Ottawa. The poem captures the beauty of the Canadian wilderness while introducing Marie, a young girl described as strikingly beautiful and emblematic of the region's spirit. As she navigates life in her idyllic surroundings, we encounter themes of love and longing, particularly with the introduction of her suitor, Napoleon Rajotte. The narrative unfolds to convey the poignant feelings associated with separation, the passage of time, and the anticipated return of loved ones, marking a deep emotional resonance as it reflects on the intersection of personal and natural worlds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Norah, 1826-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Verses and Rhymes By the Way |
| Credits | Produced by Beth L. Constantine, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Canadian poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6601 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06601-1 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 425 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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