218 Results with the "Poetry" genre
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VERSE: A PARTING
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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VERSE: A NEW MOTHER
In "Legends and Lyrics - Second Series," a poignant narrative unfolds around Sir Arthur, his children, and the entry of a new figure into the family dynamic following a significant loss. Sir Arthur's wife, mother to their three children, is dearly missed. Her presence is keenly felt within the household, particularly through the adherence to routines that keep her memory alive, such as the nightly viewing of her portrait. Upon Sir Arthur’s remarriage to Margaret, a friend of his late wife, the children…-
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VERSE: A LITTLE LONGER
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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VERSE: A LETTER
"Legends and Lyrics - Second Series" contains a deeply poignant verse titled "A LETTER," elucidating the complexities and emotive intensity of attempting to convey love through written words. The speaker starts by expressing a yearning to encapsulate the entirety of their affection in a letter to their beloved. The essence of the struggle lies in the inherent inadequacy of written love as a medium to fully articulate feelings, which, according to the speaker, would be much more effortlessly communicated…-
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VERSE: A LEGEND OF PROVENCE
In a moment of solitude and dim light, the narrator finds themselves entranced by a portrait of a sorrowful nun, launching into a legend tied to this image. The story, set in the picturesque south of France, unfolds around a convent known as "Our Lady of the Hawthorns," celebrated for its benevolence, skill in the healing arts, and a peaceful life dedicated to service and prayer. Among the nuns, Sister Angela, a young orphan raised within the convent's walls, stood out for her devotion, innocence, and the…-
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VERSE: A LEGEND OF BREGENZ
In the shadow of rugged mountains and the placid Lake Constance, lies the quaint city of Bregenz. Encased in silence and under midnight's embrace, Bregenz's ancient form, with its battlements and towers, holds a sacred legend from three centuries past, a testament to the city's endurance and history. A Tyrol maid, far from her home, found herself in Swiss valleys, her days filled with labor and a quiet contentment that distanced her from her roots in Bregenz. Though her new life was peaceful and her…-
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VERSE: A CONTRAST
In "A Contrast," the narrator invites us to gaze into an ebony casket, hinting at its contents—a few old letters destined to be burnt, a quaint locket, a ring, but most importantly, a small portrait hanging by a crimson string. The casket, not opened for many years, holds relics from a past relationship ended in anger. The significance of the little portrait is profound; it represents a younger version of the narrator, glowing with optimism and unaware of the life's harsh realities yet to come. The…-
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Vacation Time
Vacation Time opens with the nostalgic recollections of vacation anticipation during school days. The narrator fondly remembers how, as a boy, he would daydream of play and freedom, eagerly awaiting the end of school to enjoy the outdoors and adventures that awaited him beyond the classroom. His attention would often drift away from his studies, lost in fantasies of romping and racing outside, especially during the agonizingly slow final two weeks of the term. He humorously recounts how questions from…-
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V‑The tale of Balen
Chapter V of "The Tale of Balen" unfolds with poetic reflections on the randomness of fate and the swift repercussions of actions. Merlin reproaches Balen for inadvertently causing a lady's death, warning him of a curse he has now attracted that will bring three kingdoms twelve years of suffering. He tells Balen that he will strike a noble knight with a "dolorous stroke," bringing about long-lasting misfortune. Distraught by this prophecy, Balen expresses a kind of despairing acceptance. As they leave…-
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Unimportant Differences
"Unimportant Differences" speaks to the essence of evaluating a person's character over superficial markers such as creed, politics, or race. It posits that a truly admirable individual is one who acts with kindness, honesty, and generosity, who respects others, and who carries a spirit of fairness and joy throughout their life. These virtues, the poem suggests, are far more significant than the divisions humans often focus on. In the grand tapestry of life, and certainly in the afterlife, these are the…-
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