Poetic Sketches by Thomas Gent
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About this eBook
| Author | Gent, Thomas, 1780- |
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| Title |
Poetic Sketches A Collection of Miscellaneous Poetry |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Poetic Sketches by Thomas Gent" is a collection of miscellaneous poetry produced during the early 19th century. This work presents a variety of themes ranging from personal reflections to grief over notable figures, celebrating human emotions, nature, and the ideals of peace and love. The poems vary in tone and style, reflecting the cultural and artistic sensibilities of the time. The collection features diverse pieces such as elegies, sonnets, and narrative poems, capturing the essence of love, loss, and hope. Notable poems include elegies honoring Lord Nelson and General Washington, as well as personal reflections on love and the trials of life. The recurring motif of nature serves as a backdrop for many of Gent's works, intertwining with human experience. Through his exploration of emotions, Gent vividly portrays the struggles and triumphs of the human spirit, making the collection a heartfelt reflection on the complexities of life and society in his era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11983 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 28, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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