| Author |
Nichols, Robert, 1893-1944 |
| LoC No. |
18021761
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| Title |
Ardours and Endurances; Also, A Faun's Holiday & Poems and Phantasies
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Garcia and the Online Distributed
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| Summary |
"Ardours and Endurances; Also A Faun's Holiday & Poems and Phantasies" by Robert Nichols is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The work is primarily focused on themes of war, loss, and the beauty of nature, merging vivid imagery with emotional depth. The opening sections introduce the poet's reflections amidst the chaos and horror of war, providing readers with poignant insights into the human experience and the struggle for meaning in life and death. The opening of the collection begins with solemn reflections on fate, loss, and the burdens of the past, painting an evocative picture of the speaker's emotional landscape. The initial poems convey a strong sense of longing and the need for release from regret, interspersed with images of the battlefield. As the themes evolve, the narrative subtly transitions to a more celebratory tone with "A Faun's Holiday," exploring nature's beauty and joy. This fusion of sorrow from the war and a longing for peace highlights the complexity of human emotions and the interplay between ardour and endurance, setting a rich backdrop for the collection that unfolds. (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 |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
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| Subject |
English poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
39614 |
| Release Date |
May 4, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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