The Vigil of Venus and Other Poems by "Q" by Arthur Quiller-Couch

Read now or download (free!)

Choose how to read this book Url Size
Read online (web) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.html.images 164 kB
EPUB3 (E-readers incl. Send-to-Kindle) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.epub3.images 132 kB
EPUB (older E-readers) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.epub.images 131 kB
EPUB (no images, older E-readers) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.epub.noimages 108 kB
Kindle https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.kf8.images 296 kB
older Kindles https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.kindle.images 262 kB
Plain Text UTF-8 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10133.txt.utf-8 101 kB
Download HTML (zip) https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/10133/pg10133-h.zip 129 kB
There may be more files related to this item.

About this eBook

Author Quiller-Couch, Arthur, 1863-1944
Title The Vigil of Venus and Other Poems by "Q"
Note Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Ted Garvin, Sjaani and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "The Vigil of Venus and Other Poems by 'Q'" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a collection of poetry that reflects the author's lyrical style, written in the early 20th century. This book weaves together themes of love, nature, and the human experience, drawing on both classical influences and contemporary sentiments. The collection features a variety of poems, including narrative verses and dramatic pieces, highlighting the poet's exploration of emotions and aesthetic beauty. The book opens with "The Vigil of Venus," a translation and adaptation of the classical "Pervigilium Veneris," celebrating spring and the playful love associated with the season. Following this are multiple poems that delve into personal reflections, romantic encounters, and vivid nature imagery, such as "Exmoor Verses" and "Two Folk Songs." The collection also includes dramas like "The Regent," exploring themes of duty, love, and betrayal in a historical setting. Overall, Quiller-Couch's work in this volume reflects a deep appreciation for lyrical expression and the interplay of human connection within both the mundane and the sublime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 10133
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
Downloads 113 downloads in the last 30 days.
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!