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Hours With My Lyre offers a window into a 19th‑century poet’s world, blending prose notes with a rich array of poems and sketches. This edition presents the author’s life, literary aims, and a broad, engaging range of verse and commentary.
Readers will encounter biographical memoir, reflections on poetry as a guide to truth, and a curated stroll through themes of memory, nature, and civic pride. The collection is noted for its emphasis on truth, simplicity, and cultivated reading, with nods to enduring poets and the moral purpose of verse. It aims to inspire with a steady voice that values restraint over sensationalism.
- Biographical context that frames the poetry and prose in the book
- A varied mix of poems, odes, sonnets, and historical sketches
- Appreciations of poets like Longfellow and other literary themes of the era
- Interest in local Philadelphia history and cultural landmarks woven into the verse
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic American poetry, literary memoirs, and historical sketches from the 1800s.
Hours With My Lyre and Other Writings from Edwin Rees Rush provide a thoughtful blend of verse and narrative, inviting careful reading and reflection.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of poems and essays exploring a wide range of themes, from the beauty of nature to the complexities of human emotion. The author demonstrates a deep understanding of the human condition, and their writing is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. The book is a valuable addition to the canon of American literature, and it is sure to resonate with readers of all ages. 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 # 9781331809920_0
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