Ballads of a Bohemian by Robert W. Service
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"Ballads of a Bohemian" by Robert W. Service is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. The work captures the essence of life in the Bohemian district of Paris, showcasing the struggles, joys, and dreams of artists, writers, and the less fortunate who inhabit this vibrant world. It delves into themes of poverty, freedom, and artistic pursuit, as the narrator reflects on both personal experiences and the lives of
those around him. The opening of the collection presents the narrator's life in a garret in Montparnasse, reflecting on his meager circumstances and the bittersweet nature of creativity. He describes his humble abode filled with dreams and ambitions while wrestling with the challenges of poverty. Notable characters emerge, such as Julot the Apache and Gigolette, whose lives entwine with the narrator's own in heartfelt and sometimes tragic ways. The poems depict the beauty and despair of life on the fringes, celebrating creativity and camaraderie among the marginalized, while also acknowledging the harsh truths of their existence. As the narrator muses on the struggles faced by himself and others, he finds richness in experience despite the lack of material wealth, creating a poignant and relatable portrait of Bohemian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Service, Robert W. (Robert William), 1874-1958 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ballads of a Bohemian |
| Credits | Produced by Alan Light, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 995 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-00995-7 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 1997 |
| Last Update | Jan 15, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 873 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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