The Melody of Earth by Mrs. Waldo Richards

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Compiler Richards, Waldo, Mrs., -1927
LoC No. 18007619
Title The Melody of Earth
An Anthology of Garden and Nature Poems From Present-Day Poets
Note Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Melody of Earth" by Mrs. Waldo Richards is an anthology of garden and nature poems selected and arranged in the early 20th century. This collection showcases the works of contemporary poets, celebrating the beauty and inspiration found in nature, particularly gardens. Thematically, it emphasizes the connections between humans and the natural world, providing readers with a melodic appreciation of nature’s rhythms through poetry. At the start of the anthology, the foreword articulates a profound reverence for the subtle melodies of the earth, inviting readers to listen closely to the voices of nature expressed through poetry. Mrs. Richards explores the notion that poets act as "seed-sowers," capturing the essence of nature's beauty and life's cyclical patterns within their works. The opening poems feature a variety of voices, reflecting on themes of growth, renewal, and the intimate interactions between humans and the garden, perfectly setting the tone for the emotional and captivating verses that follow throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject English poetry
Subject Nature in literature
Subject Gardens -- Poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 38438
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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