Forty-Two Poems

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Flecker, James Elroy, 1884-1915

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Forty-Two Poems by James Elroy Flecker" is a collection of poems written during the early 20th century. The anthology showcases Flecker's lyrical style, exploring themes such as love, mortality, and the beauty of the natural world. The poems present vivid imagery and often reflect philosophical musings, capturing a timeless essence of human experience. The collection comprises diverse works that range from nostalgic reflections, like "The Ballad of Camden Town," to existential contemplations in "Felo de Se." Each poem tells its own story, whether invoking the haunting beauty of lost love or engaging with classical themes as seen in "The Masque of the Magi" and "Joseph and Mary." Notably, Flecker intertwines elements of myth, nature, and human longing, which make the poems strikingly evocative. The collection is infused with a sense of introspection and a longing for connection, both with the divine and with fellow humans, showcasing Flecker's deep romanticism and artistic vision. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2002-01-01