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Legends and Lyrics: Second Series is a collection of poems by Adelaide Anne Procter, published in 1861. It features reflective and lyrical works exploring themes of faith, love, compassion, and social justice, showcasing Procter’s delicate and heartfelt poetic style.-
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Lead Soldiers
In this chapter titled Lead Soldiers, the story begins with the unstoppable advance of a fire devouring a once-grand cathedral, illuminating the sky with its cruel brilliance. Smoke spirals upward while stained-glass windows crack and melt, unable to withstand the blaze’s assault. The flames move like a creature unleashed, curling around doorways and beams, swallowing relics, manuscripts, and lives built over years. Citizens scatter, their panic no match for the fire’s focus, and even the…-
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Lazarus
In "Lazarus," the poem delves into the complex emotions and philosophical inquiries stirred by Lazarus's return from the dead. Mary and Martha, Lazarus's sisters, grapple with their brother's resurrection, experiencing a maelstrom of confusion, fear, and longing for understanding. Martha, feeling as though their brother remains distant even in presence, express her anguish and frustration to Mary, urging her to bridge the emotional gap Lazarus's resurrection has imposed. Meanwhile, Mary confronts the…-
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Late Summer
In Edwin Arlington Robinson's poem "Late Summer," the narrative delves into a complex interplay of regret, unfulfilled desires, and the remnants of hope within a strained relationship. The speaker observes a woman who is mysteriously dedicating her efforts towards futile endeavors, symbolized by the act of "lavishing feminine Gold upon clay." Her actions and the unending cycle of reflecting on painful memories seem inscrutable to him, yet amidst this confusion, a faint smile from her suggests an underlying…-
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Just Folks
Just Folks by Edgar A. Guest is a heartwarming collection of poems that celebrate the everyday lives, struggles, and joys of ordinary people, capturing the essence of kindness, simplicity, and the beauty of human connections.-
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Just Folks
In the heartwarming chapter titled "Just Folks," the author paints a vivid picture of a close-knit, welcoming community emphatically rooted in wholesomeness, mutual respect, and the avoidance of negativity. This community prides itself on being a refuge from the common ills of gossip and scandal, highlighting the importance of valuing each other's company, celebrating the simple joys, and focusing on the positive aspects of life. Much emphasis is placed on cherishing cheerful communication, avoiding petty…-
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John Brown
In "John Brown," Edwin Arlington Robinson delves into the contemplations of a man at the end of his life, reflecting upon the isolation and struggle, dedication to a grand cause, and the inevitability of death juxtaposed with the eternal flame of ideals that outlive the physical form. The poem opens with the speaker musing about the distance between him and a woman he addresses, apparently his wife, acknowledging the loneliness they both suffered through his commitments and hardships. He speaks of the…-
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INTRODUCTION
Apollonius Rhodius, an ambiguous figure in terms of the chronology within Alexandrian literary history, hailed from Alexandria and lived during the era of the Ptolemies. His magnum opus, "Argonautica," faced initial scrutiny, compelling him to relocate to Rhodes, where his revised work received accolades, earning him the moniker of a Rhodian. Despite uncertainties about his tenure as the head of the Alexandrian Library—a role attributed to him by some sources but disputed due to chronological…-
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In the poignant verses of the chapter, the speaker delves into the contemplation of a time when the ardor of love might fade, embodying a theme of love's vulnerability to the passage of time. Initially, the speaker envisages a serene acceptance of life's end if it followed a life of love, cherished and returned. However, the core of the narrative shifts to a speculative, darker hue as it entertains the harrowing possibility of love's decline. The speaker imagines encountering a day when the warmth of…-
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Growing Down
"Growing Down" and "The Roads of Happiness" reflect a nostalgic journey back to the simple, joyous essence of life, emphasizing the beauty of familial bonds and the rejection of materialistic pursuits for true contentment. In "Growing Down," the narrator recounts a personal transformation inspired by the innocence and adventures of childhood, especially through the eyes of his own children. Once consumed by aspirations of adulthood, wealth, and fame, he finds a deeper, more fulfilling joy in reverting to…-
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