The harp-weaver, and other poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay
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| Author | Millay, Edna St. Vincent, 1892-1950 |
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| Title | The harp-weaver, and other poems |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Laura Natal Rodrigues and Al Haines in memoriam of Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust.) |
| Summary | "The Harp-Weaver, and Other Poems" by Edna St. Vincent Millay is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This volume showcases Millay's lyrical talent and her exploration of themes such as love, loss, nature, and the human experience. The poems reflect the emotional depth and complexity characteristic of Millay's work, cementing her place as a significant figure in American literature and modern poetry. The collection includes several distinctive and evocative pieces, prominently featuring the title poem "The Ballad of the Harp-Weaver," which tells the poignant story of a mother who weaves beautiful garments for her son using magical threads from her harp before her tragic death. Other poems in the compilation express a range of emotions, from yearning and nostalgia to the celebration of beauty found in the natural world. Through vivid imagery and sonorous language, Millay captures moments of both personal significance and universal resonance, inviting readers to reflect on the joys and sorrows that shape human life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59474 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 7, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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