Poems

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Merrill, Clara A.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Poems. The old state of Maine.

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Poems" by Clara A. Merrill is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The collection encompasses various themes, including nature, nostalgia, spirituality, and social commentary, reflecting the author's deep appreciation for her surroundings and the human experience. It resonates with the sentiments of home, love, and the beauty of life, often drawing inspiration from the author's roots in Maine. The opening of this poetry collection introduces the tone and thematic elements that will recur throughout the work. It begins with a heartfelt homage to Maine, where the author expresses a yearning to return to the "Old State of Maine," invoking images of nature and cherished childhood memories. Following this, the poems explore themes of spirituality, the beauty of summer, and the enchanting presence of the Northern Lights. Each piece captures emotions and reflections on life, inviting the reader to contemplate the beauty of both the physical world and personal connections. The work's dedication to Merrill's sister and the presence of personal anecdotes further enrich the emotional landscape of the poems, setting a reflective and intimate tone for the reader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 84.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2017-08-09