| Author |
Gilbert de Voisins, Auguste, 1877-1939 |
| Title |
Fantasques: Petits poèmes de propos divers
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| Original Publication |
France: Georges Crès,1920.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
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| Summary |
"Fantasques: Petits poèmes de propos divers" by Auguste Gilbert de Voisins is a collection of whimsical poems written in the early 20th century. The work showcases a series of lighthearted and diverse themes, exploring human feelings, nature, and playful observations, all infused with a touch of irony and tenderness. The poet allows his imagination to dance freely, offering readers various snapshots of emotions and fleeting moments. The opening of the collection introduces us to various poetic forms and reflections that range from light-hearted banter to deeper introspection. In the "Dédicace", the poet seeks approval from Henri de Régnier, presenting his playful muse's tribute. Subsequent sections, such as "Promenade", depict a character like the poet Bashô, who evokes imagery of crafting tender verses beside a serene lake. Other passages explore clever definitions and social courtesies with a humorous slant, and the poet’s aim becomes evident: to musically weave together musings on life's nuances, enchanting nature, and personal emotions, inviting the reader to leisurely dip into these imaginative realms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69605 |
| Release Date |
Dec 22, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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