LovelyMay
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93
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3.4 M
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11 d, 22 h
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"Legends and Lyrics--First Series" presents "The Lesson of the War (1855)," a verse that paints a vivid image of England during a time of war. The nation is depicted in a state of collective suspense and unity, irrespective of social class or background, as it awaits news from the Crimean front. The opening lines introduce a feast spread across England, not just for celebration but as a gathering that masks the underlying anxiety and apprehension felt by all. England is personified as a mother, nervously…-
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In the poem "God's Gifts" from "Legends and Lyrics--First Series," a stark contrast is drawn between two scenarios involving the gift of a child to Earth by God, each unfolding with echoing symmetry but diverging outcomes based on Earth's reception of this gift. Initially presented is a child, described as "Weak, innocent, and undefiled," whose arrival on Earth is met with cold disdain. The world, personified as a harsh and neglectful guardian, curses the child's birth, assigning it a "tarnished name"…
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In "The Voice of the Wind," a stirring poem from "Legends and Lyrics--First Series," the author invites us to a cozy setting around a fire on a blustery night, only to plunge us into the wind's tempestuous tales. The poem begins with an invitation to stoke the hearth and huddle close, not merely for warmth but to seek solace and unity against the night's unsettling chorus—the wind's relentless howl. This wind, more clamorous than the sea's roar, seems almost sentient, bearing witness to scenes of sorrow…
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In "Homeward Bound," we observe a penetrating narrative that centers around a sailor's endurance through devastating adversity. Six-and-thirty years ago, the narrator faced a catastrophic tempest, leading to his shipwreck off red Algiers. Surprisingly, amidst experienced sailors, his resolve remained unshaken, fostered by the life treasures he yearned for, which made death an unacceptable outcome. His struggle for survival led him to the shores, where instead of the ocean's pitiless rocks, he encountered…
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In "True Honours," an intimate narrative unfolds as an elderly, blind uncle recounts his life's journey and unfulfilled dreams to his young niece, seeking to instill a lesson of true honor beyond worldly recognition. As a young man, the uncle had ambitious visions of earning distinction through acts of valor, charity, and artistic creation, inspired by his reading of knights and noble quests. However, life's cruel realities, crowned by the loss of his sight, shifted his dreams from personal glory to a more…
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In a narrative that evokes the spirit of Christmas and intertwines mortal experiences with celestial intervention, "The Angel’s Story" offers a poignant tale set against the backdrop of a frosty Christmas night. The city, alive with the glistening lights akin to the stars overhead, is filled with the sounds of pealing bells heralding the festive season. Amidst the joy and reconciliation that this season brings, a stark contrast is painted in the tale of a child, nestled in the affluent yet solemn…
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In this reflective and evocative poem from the "Legends and Lyrics--First Series," the author weaves a delicate tapestry of the transient beauty of life and the eternal promise of the afterlife. The poem is structured as a series of gentle reassurances, each beginning with "A little longer yet--a little longer," creating a rhythmic assurance that imbues the piece with a calm and persistent hope. As the poem unfolds, readers are immersed in a world where violets bloom, sweet birds sing, and the soft…
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In the poem "A Parting" from "Legends and Lyrics--First Series," the speaker embarks on a reflective farewell, eschewing any bitter sentiments for a tone of gratitude towards their former love. The poem unfolds as a series of heartfelt thank-yous, acknowledging the luminous hope and joy the beloved once brought to the speaker's life, resembling a radiant glory that once encircled the speaker’s existence. This gratitude extends to the powerful emotions of love the speaker was capable of offering, sourced…
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In "Grief," the narrator confronts an unrelenting adversary—Grief itself—portrayed as an ancient enemy from which there is no escape. This enemy persistently shadows the narrator, denying any semblance of solace or peace. The representation of Grief is stark; it is depicted as a figure both pale and stern that extinguishes the joy and vibrancy of life whenever it draws near. The narrator's heart, metaphorically wounded by Grief's repeated assaults, trembles with fear and pain at its presence. An…
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In the serene stillness of the night, under a starless expanse, a moment of ethereal dialogue unfolds between two timeless entities: the Spirit of the Present and the Spirit of the Past. Their conversation, luminous and profound, traverses the noble deeds of humanity. The Spirit of the Past speaks of a legacy etched in iron, where honour cast shadows over graves and the names of heroes shimmered like jewels within the annals of history. To these ancient souls, life without honor was an ignoble existence,…
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