Alcyone

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lampman, Archibald, 1861-1899

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Alcyone" by Archibald Lampman is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This book encapsulates themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience, reflecting the lyrical and introspective style prevalent during the Victorian era. The poems in this collection convey a deep appreciation for the natural world, often interweaving personal reflections and emotional journeys, ultimately inviting readers to explore the profound connections between humanity and the cosmos. The poems in "Alcyone" range widely in subject matter, celebrating the beauty of nature, the passage of time, and deep existential musings. In pieces such as "The City of the End of Things," the author paints a vivid picture of a haunting, forsaken metropolis, reflecting on mortality and the inevitable decay of all things. Other poems, like "The Song Sparrow," exude joy and renewal, capturing the essence of spring and the exhilaration of life's beginnings. Throughout the collection, Lampman employs rich imagery and musicality, allowing readers to experience the emotional weight of his themes, from love and loss to a yearning for spiritual enlightenment, ultimately presenting a heartfelt meditation on life and existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Thierry Alberto, V. L. Simpson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions (www.canadiana.org))

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2007-10-02