02101cam a22003013u 4500 43612 UtSlPG 20260610134012.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS McKinney, Kate Slaughter, 1857- Katydid's Poems Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-08-31 Produced by David Garcia, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) "Katydid's Poems" by Kate Slaughter McKinney is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This compilation features a range of verse that evokes themes of nature, love, nostalgia, and the essence of life and loss. The verses reflect the poet's personal experiences and sentiments, often conveyed through vivid imagery and emotional depth." "The opening of "Katydid's Poems" includes a heartfelt dedication and a letter praising the poet's work for its natural beauty and musicality. The first poem, "To a Katydid," establishes the tone as it personifies the katydid, celebrating its haunting song as a source of inspiration rather than a mere discordant note. The scene transitions into a nostalgic reflection on childhood and home in the subsequent verses, revealing McKinney's intention to weave personal memories with poetic musings on nature, family, and emotional connections. This opening sets the stage for a collection rich in warmth and lyrical grace, inviting readers to explore her world." (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified American poetry -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43612 84451 84451