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Gibson, Charles
1874
1954
Sudbury, Richard
Gibson, Charles Hammond
Braithwaite, William Stanley
1878
1962
Braithwaite, William Stanley Beaumont
Braithwaite, W. S. (William Stanley)
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The wounded Eros : $b sonnets
$aBoston :$bPublished by the Author, $c1908.
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"The Wounded Eros" by Charles Gibson is a collection of sonnets written in the early 20th century. The poems depict the intense emotional landscape of unrequited love and the internal struggles of a heart yearning for connection and acceptance. The speaker, likely a persona for Gibson himself, reflects on the beauty and agony inherent in romantic pursuits, illustrating the timeless themes of desire, longing, and heartbreak. At the start of the collection, the speaker wrestles with the pain of unreturned affection while celebrating the beauty of the beloved. He expresses his emotional turmoil through vivid imagery and metaphors, capturing both the joy and melancholy of love. As he navigates his feelings, he reveals a deep vulnerability, oscillating between hope and despair, showcasing his desire for a connection that remains just out of reach. Each sonnet serves as a heartfelt exploration of love's complexities, suggesting that the journey of longing is as profound and intricate as love itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 71.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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American poetry -- 20th century
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