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100 1 _aHolmes, Oliver Wendell,
_d1809-1894
245 1 4 _aThe Wonderful "One-Hoss-Shay", and Other Poems
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-03-31
505 0 _aThe deacon's masterpiece; or, the wonderful "one-hoss-shay" -- On lending a punch bowl -- The last leaf -- The star and the water-lily.
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by Google Books
520 _a"The Wonderful 'One-Hoss-Shay', and Other Poems" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a collection of humorous and satirical poems written during the late 19th century. This book reflects Holmes's wit and literary prowess, delving into themes of human nature, society, and the passage of time, encapsulated in cleverly constructed verses and engaging narratives. The centerpiece of this collection is the titular poem, "The Wonderful 'One-Hoss-Shay'," which tells the story of a deacon who builds a chaise that is so perfectly constructed that it doesn't break down over the years but rather collapses all at once after a hundred years of service. The poem serves as a metaphor for life's inevitable wear and tear, and it concludes with a humorous twist as the deacon's creation unexpectedly falls apart. Other poems in the collection explore various subjects, including nostalgia, the passage of time, and reflections on life and memory, all articulated with a distinctive blend of humor and poignancy, showcasing Holmes's unique voice and keen observation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerican poetry -- 19th century
700 1 _aMcIlvaine, Thomas,
_d1854-1933
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45280
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