The Black Riders, and Other Lines by Stephen Crane
"The Black Riders, and Other Lines" by Stephen Crane is a collection of poetic works written in the early 20th century. This book presents a series of vivid and thought-provoking poems that explore themes of existence, love, sin, and the human condition. Crane’s poetry often reflects his modernist sensibilities, capturing the complexities of life with a unique blend of stark imagery and philosophical inquiry. The poems in "The Black Riders" delve into
the nature of humanity, touching upon struggles with sin, the perception of love, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. Through symbolic language and striking metaphors, Crane presents a spectrum of voices and perspectives, from the lament of lost opportunity to the confrontation with existential despair. His concise yet potent verses invite readers to reflect on the deeper truths of life, mortality, and the myriad emotions that accompany the human experience, leaving a lasting impression of introspection and contemplation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Creator | Crane, Stephen, 1871-1900 |
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| Title | The Black Riders, and Other Lines |
| Note | Reading ease score: 92.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Riders_and_Other_Lines |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40786 |
| Release Date | Sep 17, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 11, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 222 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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