Garrett, Edmund H. (Edmund Henry) 1853-1929 creator Gosse, Edmund 1849-1928 Garrett, Edmund H. (Edmund Henry) 1853-1929 text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Victorian Songs: Lyrics of the Affections and Nature" by Edmund H. Garrett is a collection of lyrical poems published in the late 19th century. The anthology showcases a variety of songs that express themes of love, nature, and the emotional landscapes of the Victorian era, featuring works by notable poets of the time, including Tennyson and Rossetti. This compilation, adorned with illustrations and an introduction by Edmund Gosse, aims to capture the essence of Victorian sentimentality and aesthetics through verse. The opening of the collection introduces readers to its structure and thematic focus, beginning with a quote from Tennyson that sets the tone for the lyrical journey ahead. Following this, it lists various included poems, indicating a wide range of styles and subjects that delve into the human experience of love and the beauty of nature. The beginning also hints at the blend of nostalgia and emotive storytelling that characterizes the Victorian lyrical tradition, preparing readers to engage with expressions that balance both melancholy and admiration for life's fleeting moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-09-28 Produced by Louise Hope, David Starner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (This file includes images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified English poetry -- 19th century Ballads, English -- Texts PR Original publication data not identified 13021417 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26715 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26715 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133618.0 26715