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The Hesperides & Noble Numbers: Vol. 1 and 2
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Herrick, Robert, 1591-1674
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "The Hesperides & Noble Numbers: Vol. 1 and 2" by Robert Herrick is a collection of poetry written in the early 17th century. The work is recognized for its lyrical beauty and explores various themes including love, nature, and the delights of rural life. Herrick's voice weaves rich imagery and melodic rhythm, capturing the essence of human emotions and the simplicity of pastoral existence. The opening of the collection sets the tone for a celebration of beauty, nature, and love, with Herrick imploring his muse to remain in modest surroundings rather than seek grander stages that invite contempt or criticism. He expresses a tender affection for his poetry, likening it to a cherished child that, now grown, must navigate the world alone. Herrick's verses introduce a series of enchanting subjects, such as the rejuvenation symbolized by flowers and the sweetness of love, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a world where the natural and romantic intertwine seamlessly. The themes of devotion and beauty echo throughout his work, establishing Herrick's enduring legacy as a master of lyric poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
- Notes:
- Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hesperides_(poetry_collection)
- Reading ease score: 88.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
- Release date is 2007-08-28
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