02156cam a22003253u 4500 63010 UtSlPG 20260610134442.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Crapsey, Adelaide, 1878-1914 Verse Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-08-22 Jessica Hope "Verse" by Adelaide Crapsey is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The book showcases Crapsey's unique style and emotional depth, as it contemplates themes of life, love, death, and the passage of time. Adelaide Crapsey's work, particularly her innovative use of the Cinquain form, reflects her mastery of poetic technique blended with a profound personal introspection, arising from her experiences and struggles with illness. The poems presented in this collection range from joyful celebrations of life to somber reflections on mortality. In pieces like "BIRTH-MOMENT," the vibrant imagery evokes a sense of youthful desire and fulfillment, while others like "TO THE DEAD IN THE GRAVEYARD UNDERNEATH MY WINDOW" confront the inevitability of death with a fierce spirit. Throughout the collection, readers encounter the struggles of human emotion, the beauty of nature, and the complexity of existence. The poignant simplicity of her Cinquains captures specific moments in time with clarity, making profound statements within a minimalistic structure. Overall, "Verse" stands as an elegant testament to Crapsey's artistic voice and enduring legacy in American poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified American poetry Bragdon, Claude Fayette, 1866-1946 Webster, Jean, 1876-1916 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63010 103834 103834