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100 1 _aHolmes, Oliver Wendell,
_d1809-1894
245 1 4 _aThe Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10: Before the Curfew
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-09-30
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Volume 10: Before the Curfew" is a collection of poems written by Oliver Wendell Holmes, a prominent American physician and writer, likely during the late 19th century, specifically around the Victorian era. This volume encompasses a diverse array of poetic themes, celebrating prominent figures, honoring special occasions, and reflecting on personal and cultural memories. It serves as a testament to Holmes' literary prowess and his capacity to weave poetic narratives that resonate with both personal and national identity. The content of this collection features poignant reflections on friendship, memory, loss, and the passage of time. In various poems, Holmes celebrates literary contemporaries like Harriet Beecher Stowe, James Russell Lowell, and John Greenleaf Whittier, etching their legacies into the fabric of his verse. He also addresses significant historical events, such as the dedication of various institutions and memorials, capturing the essence of the periods in which they occurred. The tone oscillates between nostalgia and celebration, ultimately providing a rich tapestry of emotions that connect the reader to the historical and cultural landscape of America during Holmes' life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7397
999 _c49388
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