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Vacation Verse

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
MacKeracher, William M. (William Mackay), 1871-1913
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Vacation Verse" by William M. MacKeracher is a collection of poems written during the late 19th century. This volume, though a result of the author's intention to publish a larger work, serves as a reflection of his experiences and thoughts during his last vacation, capturing the beauty of nature and the essence of life. The likely topics of the book revolve around the appreciation of landscapes, personal introspection, and national pride. The poems in "Vacation Verse" explore a variety of themes, including the picturesque beauty of Mount Royal Park, a nostalgic look at the passage of seasons, and the valor celebrated in pieces like "The Battle of Chateauguay." MacKeracher's verses convey a deep admiration for nature and Canadian landscapes, invoking imagery that captures the reader's imagination. Each poem reflects a blend of personal emotion, historical reflection, and a strong sense of place, as the author navigates the joys and sorrows of life through nature's lens, while also celebrating national identity and historic moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
Produced by Al Haines
Notes:
Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Release date is 2011-09-09

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