| Author |
Verhaeren, Emile, 1855-1916 |
| Title |
Les Heures du Soir - Précédées de les Heures claires, Les Heures d'après-midi
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by Gallica, Bibliothèque nationale de France)
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| Summary |
"Les Heures du Soir - Précédées de les Heures claires, Les Heures d'après-midi" by Émile Verhaeren is a poetic collection likely written in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of love, nature, and the passage of time through a series of lyrical reflections. The central figures appear to be a pair of lovers who navigate their emotional and physical bond against the backdrop of changing seasons and life experiences. The opening of this collection introduces a meditative and idyllic atmosphere, where the narrator vividly describes a tranquil garden that symbolizes their harmonious love. There are references to the beauty of nature, with blooming flowers and serene landscapes acting as a backdrop for their intimate moments. The verses evoke a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for simple pleasures, highlighting the strength of their connection while contemplating the inevitable passage of time and the change it brings to both their relationship and the world around them. Overall, the beginning sets a tone of deep emotional resonance, inviting readers to reflect on the interplay between love, nature, and the rhythms of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Belgian poetry (French)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45468 |
| Release Date |
Apr 24, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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