| Author |
Frost, Robert, 1874-1963 |
| Title |
Selected Poems
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 91.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Note |
The poems included in this volume are reprinted from "Mountain Interval" "North of Boston" and "A Boy's Will." -- Publishers' note
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| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images
generously made available by Hathi Trust.)
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| Summary |
"Selected Poems" by Robert Frost is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The book features a selection of Frost's most notable works, showcasing themes of nature, human experience, and existential contemplation. The poems encapsulate the essence of American life, often reflecting on rural settings and the interplay between humanity and its environment. The opening of this volume introduces a variety of poetic pieces that highlight Frost's mastery of language and imagery. The first poems, such as "The Pasture" and "The Cow in Apple-Time," paint vivid pictures of pastoral life, inviting readers into serene rural landscapes while also hinting at deeper emotional undertones. In the subsequent pieces, the emotional complexities of human relationships and the passage of time emerge, as seen in poems like "Home Burial" and "An Old Man's Winter Night." These early selections set the stage for a rich exploration of both personal and universal themes throughout the collection, demonstrating Frost's unique ability to connect the natural world with profound human emotion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
59824 |
| Release Date |
Jun 27, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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