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100	1		_aSwinburne, Algernon Charles, _d1837-1909
245	1	0	_aSongs Before Sunrise
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2003-05-01
508			_aTranscribed from the 1917 William Heinemann edition by David Price
520			_a"Songs Before Sunrise" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a collection of poems written during the late 19th century. The work is an impassioned exploration of themes such as revolution, freedom, and the Republican ideals surrounding Italy, reflective of the political landscape of its time. With a strong connection to historical figures, particularly the revolutionary Joseph Mazzini—who is honored in the dedication—the poems convey a sense of yearning for social justice and national unity. The opening of this collection weaves a rich tapestry of imagery and emotion, beginning with a dedication that expresses gratitude to Mazzini for his influence. The first poem, "Prelude," sets a contemplative tone, contemplating the interplay between youth, time, and the profound desire for freedom and self-knowledge. It speaks to the struggles of the human soul while invoking the spirit of revolutionary fervor. As the reader delves deeper, they encounter a call to action and an eloquent expression of hope amidst tumultuous times, foreshadowing the strong voice that Swinburne channels throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEnglish poetry -- 19th century
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4072
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