02169cam a22003013u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000039001122450098001512640051002493000047003003360026003473370026003733380036003995000031004355080029004665201248004955340045017436530020017888560042018089990017018507399UtSlPG20260610133207.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPS1 aHolmes, Oliver Wendell,d1809-189414aThe Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 12 :bVerses from the Oldest Portfolio 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 12" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century, specifically within the context of the Victorian era. The volume showcases Holmes' range as a poet, exploring themes that blend nature, love, humor, and social commentary, all characterized by his distinctive wit and eloquence. This work represents his broader contribution to American literature, reflecting the cultural and intellectual currents of his time.  The contents of the volume include a series of poems that vary in style and subject matter, offering insight into the poet's artistry and philosophical musings. Holmes captures whimsical and serious themes alike, evident in pieces like "The Spectre Pig," which combines dark humor with moral reflections, and "To a Caged Lion," where the poet expresses empathy towards a majestic creature constrained by human intervention. Other notable poems explore love, nature, and identity, each imbued with both lyrical beauty and intellectual depth. Through these verses, Holmes invites readers into a thoughtful dialogue about existence, the interplay of the natural world, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aAmerican poetry40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7399  c49390d49390