| Author |
Bill o'th' Hoylus End, 1836-1897 |
| Title |
Revised Edition of Poems
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1891 John Overend edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Revised Edition of Poems by Bill o'th' Hoylus End" is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This volume features a selection of notable works that reflect the author's musings over the past thirty years, covering various themes such as nature, society, and personal reflections. The poems likely provide insights into the lives and emotions of the local populace, drawing inspiration from the author's Yorkshire roots. The opening of this poetry collection introduces the reader to the author’s humble dedication to his community, expressing gratitude to patrons and friends who supported his artistic endeavors. The preface sets a tone of sincerity and openness, inviting literary critics and the general public to engage with the selected poems. Following this, the initial poems celebrate figures like the "Grand Old Man of Oakworth" and reflect on themes of remembrance, love, and social observations, all rendered in warm, accessible dialect that evokes the everyday lives of the people in the poet's community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Poetry
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| Subject |
Dialect poetry, English -- England -- Yorkshire
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27781 |
| Release Date |
Jan 12, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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