02214cam a22003253u 4500 75529 UtSlPG 20260610134740.0 m cr n 260607r20251901utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 83244594 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Trench, Herbert, 1865-1923 Deirdre wed and other poems Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2025 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2025-03-04 Richard Tonsing, Tim Lindell, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Deirdre Wed and Other Poems" by Herbert Trench is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love, longing, and myth, centering on the poignant tale of Deirdre, a character steeped in Irish folklore. Trench's lyrical style channels the poetic traditions of the past while addressing timeless emotions and human experiences. The collection is anchored by the narrative poem "Deirdre Wed," which recounts the tragic love story of Deirdre and Naois, set against the backdrop of ancient Ireland. Through a series of vivid and evocative verses, the poem details Deirdre's betrothal to the king Connachar and her deep, irrevocable love for Naois, ultimately leading to heart-wrenching decisions and themes of destiny versus choice. The other poems in the collection touch upon various aspects of nature, mortality, and the beauty of fleeting moments, showcasing Trench's mastery of imagery and his ability to weave emotional depth into his work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: Methuen & Co., 1901 English poetry -- Irish authors https://archive.org/details/deirdrewedotherp00trenuoft/page/n7/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75529 116254 116254