Shylock reasons with Mr. Chesterton, and other poems

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wolfe, Humbert, 1885-1940

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Shylock reasons with Mr. Chesterton, and other poems by Humbert Wolfe" is a collection of poems that was published in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of identity, religion, and the human condition, presenting a dialogue between historical and literary figures, including Shylock, a character from Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice," and G.K. Chesterton, a renowned writer known for his commentary on social and religious issues. Wolfe's poetry often reflects on the complexities of human emotions and societal constructs, making it both reflective and provocative. The collection begins with the titular poem, where Shylock confronts Mr. Chesterton, emphasizing the enduring nature of prejudice and the shared suffering of both the Jewish community and Christians throughout history. Other poems in the anthology continue this exploration of historical and mythical themes, featuring figures like Pheidias, Paul the Apostle, and Cleopatra, each representing a unique reflection on love, loss, and the nature of existence. Wolfe's verses are rich in imagery and use a blend of classical references and modern sentiments, drawing readers into a dialogue about the struggles of humanity through time, merging personal and collective experiences into a tapestry of thought-provoking poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS 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: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2020-02-18