The Ascent of Man by Mathilde Blind
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About this eBook
| Author | Blind, Mathilde, 1841-1896 |
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| Title | The Ascent of Man |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Ascent of Man" by Mathilde Blind is a poetic work written in the late 19th century. The collection explores profound themes of existence, the struggle of life, and the evolution of humanity through vivid and evocative imagery. Through its verses, the work delves into the complexities of human emotions, the relationship with nature, and the philosophical underpinnings of love and mortality. At the start of the book, the prelude sets a lyrical tone, urging the soul to ascend and explore the depths and heights of existence. Following this, the first part introduces a vivid exploration of life's primal forces, detailing the tumultuous emergence of humanity from chaos, intertwined with the themes of love, survival, and the inevitable conflicts of existence. Blind's intricate language captures the struggle of life against a backdrop of natural beauty and primal instincts, establishing a rich thematic foundation that invites readers to reflect on the ascent of mankind in both a literal and metaphorical sense. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39844 |
| Release Date | May 29, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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