The Calendar, and Other Verses

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dix, Irving Sidney, 1880-1948

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Calendar, and Other Verses" by Irving Sidney Dix is a collection of poems authored in the early 20th century. This body of work primarily reflects on themes of nature, life, and the passage of time, capturing the changing seasons and their emotional significance. The poems utilize rich imagery to explore human experiences and philosophical musings, emphasizing the beauty and challenges of life. The collection is structured around the twelve months of the year, with each poem capturing the essence and mood of each season. For instance, the poem "January" conveys the chill and stillness of winter, while "May" exudes joy and vibrancy with the arrival of spring. Aside from seasonal pieces, Dix delves into societal themes such as war and peace, placing emphasis on the shared humanity that transcends conflict. Each verse invites readers to pause and reflect on their connection to nature and the world around them, culminating in a poignant reminder of life's transience and the beauty found within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Greg Bergquist, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-03-11