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Title: Poems of Emile Verhaeren
Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe
Summary: "Poems of Emile Verhaeren" by Emile Verhaeren is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the early 20th century, specifically in the years leading up to the First World War. This collection showcases Verhaeren's deep emotional resonance and elaborate imagery reflecting his symbolic interpretations of nature, life, and existential themes. His work embodies a rich expression of the human experience, often revealing a profound connection with melancholy and beauty. The poems within this collection span various themes, exploring the coexistence of despair and joy, the beauty of nature, and the human condition. For example, "Rain" describes the relentless downpour as a metaphor for sorrow and decay, while "The Grave-Digger" contemplates mortality and the cyclical nature of life. The collection features verse that captures moments of introspection, such as in "Joy," where the speaker celebrates the beauty in the everyday world, fostering a sense of connection with their surroundings. Verhaeren’s use of "vers libre" allows for a flowing and unrestrained lyrical style, enriching the emotional depth of the work while accentuating its vivid imagery and contemplative tone. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Verhaeren, Emile, 1855-1916
Illustrator: Sargent, John Singer, 1856-1925
Translator: Strettell, Alma, 1856?-1939
EBook No.: 33792
Published: Sep 21, 2010
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Belgian poetry (French) -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Poems of Emile Verhaeren
Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe
Summary: "Poems of Emile Verhaeren" by Emile Verhaeren is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the early 20th century, specifically in the years leading up to the First World War. This collection showcases Verhaeren's deep emotional resonance and elaborate imagery reflecting his symbolic interpretations of nature, life, and existential themes. His work embodies a rich expression of the human experience, often revealing a profound connection with melancholy and beauty. The poems within this collection span various themes, exploring the coexistence of despair and joy, the beauty of nature, and the human condition. For example, "Rain" describes the relentless downpour as a metaphor for sorrow and decay, while "The Grave-Digger" contemplates mortality and the cyclical nature of life. The collection features verse that captures moments of introspection, such as in "Joy," where the speaker celebrates the beauty in the everyday world, fostering a sense of connection with their surroundings. Verhaeren’s use of "vers libre" allows for a flowing and unrestrained lyrical style, enriching the emotional depth of the work while accentuating its vivid imagery and contemplative tone. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Verhaeren, Emile, 1855-1916
Illustrator: Sargent, John Singer, 1856-1925
Translator: Strettell, Alma, 1856?-1939
EBook No.: 33792
Published: Sep 21, 2010
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Belgian poetry (French) -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.