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Poems of the Past and the Present
EAN : 9791041988228
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EAN : 9791041988228
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- EAN13 : 9791041988228
- Réf. éditeur : 430541
- Date Parution : 9 mars 2024
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 98
- Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:6 mm
- Poids : 167gr
- Résumé : "Poems of the Past and the Present" by Thomas Hardy is a profound collection that delves into themes of war, human emotion, and the passage of time. The anthology is divided into several sections, each exploring different facets of human experience. The "War Poems" section reflects on the shift of conflict, capturing the emotional turmoil and societal changes brought about by war. Poems like "The Souls of the Slain" and "A Wife in London" poignantly depict the personal and collective grief experienced during wartime. The "Poems of Pilgrimage" section takes readers on a journey through historical and cultural landscapes, with Hardy reflecting on places like Rome and the Mediterranean. These poems often juxtapose the ancient with the modern, contemplating the continuity and change inherent in human history. In "Rome: On the Palatine," Hardy muses on the ruins of ancient Rome, blending past and present in a meditation on time's relentless march. The "Miscellaneous Poems" section offers a diverse array of themes, from the philosophical to the personal. "The Mother Mourns" and "I Said to Love" explore the complexities of love and loss, while "The Problem" and "The Subalterns" delve into existential questions and the human condition. Hardy's use of vivid imagery and emotional depth invites readers to reflect on their own experiences and the broader human narrative. Throughout the collection, Hardy's mastery of language and form is evident, as he weaves together intricate patterns of thought and feeling. His work remains a testament to the enduring power of poetry to capture the essence of human life, with all its joys and sorrows.
- Biographie : Thomas Hardy OM (2 June 1840 - 11 January 1928) was an English novelist and poet. A Victorian realist in the tradition of George Eliot, he was influenced both in his novels and in his poetry by Romanticism, including the poetry of William Wordsworth. He was highly critical of much in Victorian society, especially on the declining status of rural people in Britain, such as those from his native South West England. While Hardy wrote poetry throughout his life and regarded himself primarily as a poet, his first collection was not published until 1898. Initially, he gained fame as the author of novels such as Far from the Madding Crowd (1874), The Mayor of Casterbridge (1886), Tess of the d'Urbervilles (1891), and Jude the Obscure (1895). During his lifetime, Hardy's poetry was acclaimed by younger poets (particularly the Georgians) who viewed him as a mentor. After his death his poems were lauded by Ezra Pound, W. H. Auden and Philip Larkin.
