TY - BOOK AU - Gordon,Adam Lindsay AU - Clarke,Marcus Andrew Hislop TI - Poems by Adam Lindsay Gordon AV - PR PY - 2008/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Gordon, Adam Lindsay, 1833-1870 KW - Australia -- Poetry N1 - Release date is 2008-06-29; Produced by A. Light, Linda Bowser and David Widger; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Poems by Adam Lindsay Gordon" by Adam Lindsay Gordon is a collection of poetry that was likely written during the late 19th century. This compilation reflects on themes of nature, human experience, and mortality, drawing from Gordon's own adventurous life as an Australian poet and steeplechase rider. The poems encapsulate the essence of the Australian landscape and the emotional turmoil of existence, exploring both the beauty and melancholy inherent in life. The opening portion of the collection begins with a moving tribute by poet Henry Kendall in memory of Adam Lindsay Gordon, capturing the grief felt by those who knew him and establishing an atmosphere of deep reflection. It showcases the powerful emotional connection between friendship and loss, as Kendall mourns Gordon's passing while celebrating his literary contributions. The preface by Marcus Clarke further contextualizes Gordon's poetry, discussing his background, struggles, and the unique qualities of his work that herald the beginnings of a national poetic identity in Australia. This introduction sets the stage for readers to explore Gordon's writings, which promise an exploration of the human soul amid the rugged beauty and harsh realities of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/258 ER -