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100 1 _aBloomfield, Robert,
_d1766-1823
245 1 4 _aThe Banks of Wye: A Poem
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-10-01
508 _aProduced by Jonathan Ingram, Charles Bidwell and Online Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"The Banks of Wye: A Poem by Robert Bloomfield" is a poetic work written during the early 19th century, showcasing the beauty of nature and the contemplations of life along the Wye River in Wales. As a poem, it can be classified as a lyrical narrative that captures the picturesque landscapes and personal reflections of the poet on his journey through this idyllic rural setting. In this poem, Bloomfield embarks on a journey down the Wye accompanied by friends, providing vivid descriptions of the natural scenery and historical sites they encounter. The narrative unfolds in four books, blending observations on the surrounding nature—forests, hills, and rivers—with personal anecdotes and emotional reflections. Various characters such as gleeful gleaners and historical figures are depicted, while themes of love, loss, and the ephemeral beauty of nature are interwoven throughout the text. The poem elevates the simple experiences of travel and friendship into a deeper exploration of human emotion and appreciation for the world's wonders. Overall, "The Banks of Wye" stands as a celebration of both the landscape and the meditative thoughts it inspires in those who traverse its banks. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWye, River (Wales and England) -- Poetry
653 _aWales, South -- Poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9047
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