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100 1 _aWilde, Oscar,
_d1854-1900
245 1 0 _aPoems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1997-10-01
508 _aTranscribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition by David Price
520 _a"Poems, with The Ballad of Reading Gaol" by Oscar Wilde is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. This work encompasses various themes, from love and beauty to social justice and the human condition, reflecting Wilde’s keen observations and exquisite literary style. The poems feature a range of subjects, including personal emotions, political reflections, and intricate imagery, showcasing his distinctive voice and artistry. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Wilde's lyrical prowess through a series of poignant verses. The first poem, "Hélas!", reflects a sense of melancholic reflection on lost wisdom and the passage of time. It explores themes of personal struggle and longing for deeper meaning. Following this, "Eleutheria" contains verses that engage with concepts of liberty and the dichotomy of love and pain, hinting at Wilde's complex relationship with societal ideals and personal desires. As the reader progresses through the text, they are invited into a world where the beauty of nature, the tragedy of loss, and the quest for identity intertwine beautifully, setting the stage for the rich and multifaceted poems that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPoetry
653 _aPrisons -- Poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1057
999 _c43176
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