02196cam a22003013u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000039001122450094001512640051002453000047002963360026003433370026003693380036003955000031004315080029004625201279004915340045017706530020018158560042018359990017018777389UtSlPG20260610133206.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPS1 aHolmes, Oliver Wendell,d1809-189414aThe Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 02 :bAdditional Poems (1837-1848) 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-09-30  aProduced by David Widger  a"The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 02" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a collection of poetry written during the mid to late 19th century, specifically capturing the sentiments and ideologies of a rapidly changing America. The works blend historical themes, personal reflections, and social commentary, reflecting Holmes' engagement with topics such as national identity, historical events, and the human experience.  In this volume, readers will find a diverse range of poems that showcase Holmes' wit and lyrical prowess. Notable pieces include "The Pilgrim's Vision," which celebrates the resilience of early American settlers, and "Lexington," a poignant meditation on the Revolutionary War. The collection also features lighter works, such as "On Lending a Punch-Bowl," which nostalgically recounts the conviviality of past gatherings. Through vivid imagery and varying tones, Holmes captures the essence of American life, cleverly fusing humor and gravity, making the collection both entertaining and thought-provoking. Each poem invites readers to reflect on themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time, revealing Holmes' deep appreciation for the cultural and historical significance of his era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aAmerican poetry40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7389  c49380d49380