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100 1 _aVenable, William Henry,
_d1836-1920
245 1 0 _aSaga of the oak, and other poems
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2020-12-27
508 _aCharlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Saga of the Oak, and Other Poems" by William Henry Venable is a collection of poetry published in the early 20th century. This anthology typically reflects themes of nature, personal introspection, and cultural history, exemplifying the lyrical quality prevalent in poetry of that time, particularly the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The collection showcases the poet’s profound appreciation for natural beauty and his contemplation of life's profound themes through a variety of poetic forms. The poems in this collection range from reflective to celebratory, incorporating various subjects such as love, loss, folklore, and the beauty of the natural world. The titular poem, "Saga of the Oak," metaphorically narrates the story of an oak tree contemplating its existence through the ages, touching on themes of resilience and continuity. Other pieces, like "A Ballad of Old Kentucky" and "Johnny Appleseed," explore historical narratives and American folklore, bringing regional stories to life. Throughout, Venable’s use of vivid imagery and rhythmic language invites readers to engage emotionally and intellectually, providing a rich tapestry of poetic expression that resonates with both contemporary and timeless themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican poetry -- 20th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64148
999 _c104972
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