02168cam a22003013u 4500 38857 UtSlPG 20260610133905.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Fletcher, John Gould, 1886-1950 Irradiations; Sand and Spray Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-02-13 Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (From images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) "Irradiations; Sand and Spray" by John Gould Fletcher is a collection of poetic works written in the early 20th century. The book primarily explores the themes of nature, the sea, and the emotional landscape of the human experience, employing rich imagery and musicality throughout its verses. Fletcher, a notable figure in American modernist poetry, aims to rejuvenate the art of poetry by experimenting with form and rhythm, addressing his craft’s principles in the preface. The collection is divided into two main parts: "Irradiations" and "Sand and Spray," with the latter presented as a "sea-symphony." In "Irradiations," Fletcher contemplates various elements of nature, using striking metaphors and vivid descriptions to evoke emotional responses from readers. Meanwhile, "Sand and Spray" comprises several variations that celebrate the dynamic relationship between the sea and humanity. Each section presents scene after scene, from the chaos of storms to tranquil moments on the shore, capturing the powerful yet delicate interplay of elements. Through these explorations, Fletcher emphasizes the poetic voice's ability to convey complex emotions and experiences drawn from the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38857 79696 79696