Bees in Amber: A Little Book of Thoughtful Verse by John Oxenham
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About this eBook
| Author | Oxenham, John, 1852-1941 |
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| Title | Bees in Amber: A Little Book of Thoughtful Verse |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Bees in Amber: A Little Book of Thoughtful Verse" by John Oxenham is a collection of poetry published in the early 20th century. This compilation appears to serve as a thoughtful reflection on various aspects of life, faith, and human emotion, expressed through a series of individual poems that explore themes such as love, loss, spirituality, and the search for meaning. The opening of the collection provides insight into the author's intentions and style. Oxenham reveals that these poems arose from moments of inspiration and reflection, often in response to life’s complexities. The poems range in tone and subject, reflecting a journey through personal belief and the nuances of existence—sometimes touching on the divine, while at other times, addressing earthly matters with warmth and sincerity. The first piece, "Credo," establishes a strong spiritual foundation, emphasizing personal belief in Christ over dogma. This theme of spirituality continues through the opening poems, suggesting a deep exploration of faith, life’s struggles, and a hopeful search for peace and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9989 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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