Lays of 1855 (Classic Reprint)

Two Students of Brighton College

ISBN 10: 1331741505 / ISBN 13: 9781331741503

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is an anthology of poems written between 1855 and 1856 by several authors, who penned works upon the popular topics and issues of the day. The poems cover a variety of themes including: youth, hope, love, life, death, and the nature of time, war and peace, and patriotism. The authors explore these themes using a range of poetic forms and styles, from traditional ballads to free verse, and in doing so provide intriguing insights into the social, political, and cultural landscape of mid-19th century Britain. The poems address everything from the Crimean War to national pride and the nature of love itself, making this a fascinating read for those interested in Victorian poetry and history buffs alike. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781331741503_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Lays of 1855 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331741505
• ISBN 13: 9781331741503
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Poetry

About this title

Synopsis

A lyrical journey through memory, time, and hope, wrapped in vivid Victorian verse.

This collection, Lays of 1855, opens with a timeless meditation on the old year and then travels through dreamlike landscapes where fairies, skies, and moral questions dance across the page.

In these poems, readers meet bright scenes of winter, celestial voyages, and scenes of human virtue. The verse blends imagination with reflections on truth, courage, and the dawn of a gentler era, offering both whimsy and moral insight.

• Dreamlike tableaux and vivid natural imagery that invite quiet reflection
• Thoughtful contrasts between joy, sorrow, and moral steadfastness
• Explorations of time, memory, and the possibility of a just future
• A mix of playful fantasy and serious moral themes, all in accessible language

Ideal for readers who enjoy classic Victorian poetry with imagery-rich storytelling and moral depth, suitable for those seeking thoughtful verses that spark the imagination.