Seeger, Alan 1888-1916 creator text utu 1996 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Poems" by Alan Seeger is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century, capturing the essence of a young American poet's life and influences. The work reflects Seeger's deep connection to beauty, love, and adventure as well as his passionate commitment to the ideals of romance and heroism, ultimately culminating in his untimely death in World War I. The collection likely traverses themes of nature, love, loss, and the rarely explored realities of war. The opening portion of the collection introduces the reader to Seeger's life, highlighting his upbringing and formative experiences that shaped his poetic vision. It recounts his youthful escapades, love for beauty, and longing for grand adventure, setting a rich backdrop for the poems to come. Moreover, an introduction by William Archer provides insights into Seeger's character as a devoted romanticist who chose a soldier's life in defense of France. This first glimpse into Seeger's narratives emphasizes the emotional depth and sincerity behind his poetic expressions, ensuring readers are aware of the fervent spirit that permeates his verses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 1996-08-01 Produced by Alan Light Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry American poetry PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/617 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/617 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133034.0 617