Excerpt from Ephemera
You were entrapped, they say, one Summer's eve, When, unsuspicious of the seaman's Wiles, You sweetly sang - but this I can't believe With execution that outrivalled grisi.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating collection of verse by two contemporaries explores the themes of love, loss, and the human condition. The poems are technically precise and thematically insightful, engaging the reader with a blend of joy and sorrow throughout. Some are lyrical and playful, while others are more reflective and philosophical. The selections in this book explore emotion, from the joy and beauty of love to the helplessness of loss and the brutality of human cruelty. The authors, who lived during tumultuous historical periods, touch on topics that encompass the American Civil War, the brutal practice of slavery, and the struggles of women during the Victorian era. This exploration, however, is never didactic, instead focusing on the emotional impact of these large-scale events on individuals, offering glimpses of the human condition that are timeless in their relevance. These poems express the full range of human emotion, and challenge readers to reflect on their own experiences of love, loss, and identity. They are sure to resonate with readers long after they finish the last page. 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 # 9781331713005_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331713005
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331713005
Quantity: 15 available