02445cam a22003373u 4500 53621 UtSlPG 20260610134233.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 20002931 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Ledwidge, Francis, 1887-1917 The Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge : with Introductions by Lord Dunsany Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-11-28 Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon in an extended version, also linking to free sources for education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...) Images generously made available by the Internet Archive. "The Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge" by Francis Ledwidge is a collection of lyrical poetry written in the early 20th century. This anthology captures the essence of rural life, especially in Ireland, beautifully portraying the landscapes, folklore, and emotions tied to nature and love. Ledwidge’s poetry often reflects a deep connection to the Irish countryside and the simple yet profound feelings that arise from it. The opening of the collection sets the stage with a laudatory introduction from Lord Dunsany, who expresses admiration for Ledwidge's work and his ability to encapsulate the beauty of the world in his poetry. Dunsany describes Ledwidge as a poet whose verses emerge remarkably from the rich vernacular of the Irish countryside. The initial poems reveal Ledwidge's fascination with nature and the changing seasons, filled with imagery of blackbirds, flowers, and the poignant nuances of rural life. Fluctuating between themes of love, loss, and the serenity of the natural world, the opening portion invites readers into a reflective, emotive journey through Ledwidge's pastoral landscape, underscoring his unique voice as a poet. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry English poetry -- Irish authors Dunsany, Lord, 1878-1957 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53621 94455 94455