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A thoughtful mix of poems, fragments, and author notes that invites reflection on art, life, and language.
The book assembles Verses, Fragments, and Notes by William Allingham into a compact, engaging whole. It blends lyrical pieces with essays on poetry, translation, and the role of the writer, offering readers a window into the author’s mind and craft. Expect contemplative meditations on nature, memory, and the act of reading as well as practical observations on language and form. This edition presents a thoughtful voice that moves between intimate verse and reflective prose without revealing more than the premise itself.
Across the pages, you’ll encounter brief poems alongside extended remarks on topics like fame, style, and the purposes of poetry. The collection balances quiet, personal reflections with broader questions about culture, society, and artistic integrity. It invites readers to consider how language, imagination, and will shape our sense of self and the world.
- Poems and prose that merge lyrical feeling with critical insight.
- Thoughtful discussions on translation, verse forms, and music in poetry.
- Personal reflections on love, friendship, and the human condition.
- Considerations of art, ethics, and the responsibilities of the writer.
Ideal for readers who enjoy nineteenth‑century poetry, literary philosophy, and thoughtful literary criticism.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of literary and ethical notes, and philosophical fragments, many written by the author in his youth. It contains short poems, prose pieces on a variety of topics, and Irish history annotations. The poems are vivid and evocative, capturing moments of nature and human emotion with a keen eye for detail. The prose pieces explore complex ideas about love, morality, and the human condition. The author's insights are sharp and often witty, and his writing style is both engaging and thought-provoking. This volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a talented and multifaceted thinker. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331303619_0
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