| Author |
Hemans, Mrs., 1793-1835 |
| Title |
The Poems of Felicia Hemans
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Tim Lindell, SF2001, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"The Poems of Felicia Hemans" by Mrs. Hemans is a collection of poetry written in the early 19th century. This anthology captures Hemans' diverse themes, including familial love, patriotism, spirituality, and the beauty of nature, as expressed through her lyrical style and heartfelt verses. The collection brings together works that reveal her growth as a poet from childhood through her reflections on life and loss. The opening of the collection features several juvenile poems composed by Hemans at a young age, showcasing her early talent and emotional depth. She writes about her mother, expresses prayers and wishes for guidance, and reveals her admiration for Shakespeare, all while conveying innocence and a budding poetic voice. The poetic pieces are imbued with nostalgia and a connection to nature, perhaps reflecting Hemans' upbringing in a rural landscape. This establishment of personal themes and childhood experiences gives the reader a glimpse into the formative years of a poet who would go on to be celebrated for her insights into both the domestic realm and broader human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English poetry -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66785 |
| Release Date |
Nov 21, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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