A Leaf from the Old Forest by John D. Cossar
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"A Leaf from the Old Forest" by John D. Cossar is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century." The work encompasses various themes, including nature, love, grief, and reflections on life and death. The poems explore emotional depth through vivid imagery and musicality, making it appealing to those who appreciate lyrical poetry. "The opening of this collection introduces readers to a longing for nature, as expressed in the initial
poem calling for a leaf from the "Old Forest." The speaker yearns for physical tokens from this idyllic forest, symbolizing nostalgia and cherished memories of beauty and camaraderie. This longing hints at underlying themes of loss and remembrance present throughout the collection. Additionally, the prelude addresses critics and acknowledges the struggle for acceptance within the literary world, setting the stage for a reflective exploration of the human experience through verse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cossar, John D. |
|---|---|
| Title | A Leaf from the Old Forest |
| Credits | Transcribed by an anonymous volunteer from a book owned by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27139 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-27139-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 3, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 148 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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